SOS Médecins National Newsletter, November 16, 2010
The total volume of activity at SOS Médecins clinics declined after the school break and peaked on Thursday, November 11 (a holiday) at a level similar to that of the weekend. On average, activity remained stable compared to last week across all geographic areas.
Calls for "bronchiolitis and respiratory conditions in infants" among children under 2 years of age increased compared to the previous week. They account for approximately 40% of calls for this age group.
The "gastroenteritis" indicator has continued to rise steadily since early September. It accounts for approximately 15% of call reasons.
Compared to the previous week, clinical influenza diagnoses are stable, with a downward trend among those aged 15–74. Reasons for calls regarding flu-like symptoms have increased among children, primarily those under 5 years of age.
The number of deaths certified by the SOS Médecins associations is similar to that of the previous week.
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