Key Points

In Week 35, a decrease in SARS-CoV-2 circulation and surveillance indicators

• Decrease in the incidence rate (IR) across all departments. The IR remains above 100 per 100,000 population among those under 15 and those aged 15–44.

• Stabilization of the positivity rate and a decrease in the testing rate (-13%)

• The L452R variant is predominant in the region (95.4% of screened tests).

• Decrease in the proportion of procedures performed by SOS Médecins and in emergency room visits for suspected COVID.

• Hospitalizations have stabilized, and admissions to intensive care have decreased.

Prevention:

• Regional vaccination coverage as of September 7: 73.8% for one dose and 69.0% for the full course.

• Improved vaccination coverage among healthcare professionals.

• Importance of combined measures: vaccination, preventive measures, and contact tracing.