Key Points

• The number of deaths from all causes reported by INSEE is rising in line with seasonal trends but remains within the usual range of fluctuation across all age groups through S48.

• At the regional level, death counts remain within the usual range of fluctuation in week 48, except in the PACA region among those aged 65–84.

• In week 49, the number of deaths certified electronically increased, particularly among people aged 85 and older.