Epidemiological Situation

Since early December, there has been an increase in emergency room visits for bronchiolitis. The epidemic peaked in the last week of 2014, and a decrease in visits for bronchiolitis has been observed since early January 2015. However, the number of emergency room visits over the past four weeks is significantly higher than in previous years, indicating a particularly severe outbreak this year. This situation is typical for this time of year and marks the continuing decline of the seasonal bronchiolitis outbreak in Réunion. Virological data show that RSV has been circulating on the island since October. Ultimately, the trend in these indicators underscores the importance of reminding the public of appropriate preventive measures as the southern summer begins.