Key Points

In Week 19 (May 10–16, 2021) in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, all COVID-19 epidemiological indicators continued to decline. The level of viral circulation continues to fall, though at a slower pace. Healthcare utilization indicators are falling sharply, particularly new hospitalizations and admissions to intensive care, while the number of people hospitalized for COVID-19 is decreasing more moderately. Hospital mortality due to COVID-19 is also falling sharply.