COVID-19 and Winter Illnesses in the Hauts-de-France Region. Update as of April 8, 2022.

Key Points

COVID-19

  • Increased circulation of SARS-CoV-2 throughout the region, with the highest virological indicators in the northeast of the region and in eastern Aisne

  • Regional incidence rates and positivity rates are rising in most age groups, including those 65 and older

  • Gradual increase in pressure on regional healthcare capacity, particularly in the region’s emergency departments

Influenza and influenza-like illnesses

  • Epidemic phase, sharp rise in influenza activity

  • Significant increase in healthcare utilization for influenza-like illnesses in hospitals and private practice

Acute gastroenteritis

  • Declining in emergency departments, but remaining at a high level, particularly among children under 5 years of age.

  • Significant community circulation of rotavirus

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