Active Surveillance of Persons Exposed to an Outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (SAGA): Results of the Pilot Study Conducted from 2023 to 2025 and Outlook for 2025–2026

Key Points

  • Protocol for active surveillance of avian influenza implemented as a pilot program in 2023–2024 and 2024–2025.

  • Four regions involved: Brittany, Pays de la Loire, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, and Occitanie.

  • 5 outbreaks investigated, involving 30 people.

  • No cases of infection with a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus detected.

  • Rollout of the SAGA protocol across all French regions for the 2025–2026 season.

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