Epidemiological Situation

The rise in influenza surveillance indicators across the region continues in both community healthcare settings and hospitals. Eight patients hospitalized in intensive care and confirmed to have the A (H1N1)pdm09 virus have been reported; five of them have died.
→ The epidemic continues, in an upward phase

Santé publique France Antilles reminds the public that preventive measures remain in effect: wash hands regularly with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, cough or sneeze into your elbow, use disposable tissues, and wear a disposable mask if you have flu-like symptoms, especially when in contact with vulnerable individuals.