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Covid: France passes the 150,000 mark in deaths since the start of the epidemic

Since the start of the coronavirus epidemic in 2020, the number of people dying from the disease has continued to rise. In France, we passed the 150,000 mark this Friday, July 8, 2022.

Covid: Paris reaches the “maximal alert” threshold of 250 cases for 100,000 inhabitants

The “maximal alert” threshold of 250 cases for 100,000 inhabitants has now been reached in Paris becoming then the hardest-hit department in Île-de-France and the eighth in France.

Coronavirus: fewer screening tests but higher positivity rate in France

As mainland France is experiencing its third lockdown, and the country has exceeded 100,000 dead, Santé Publique France’s latest report states fewer tests have been taken. Yet, positivity rate keeps on increasing.

Covid-19: an ever-expanding infection toll in schools, concerns increase

The latest data shared by the National Education Ministry on Thursday November 12, 2020 show that the number of children who tested positive for Covid-19 in schools have multiplied by three in barely a week. Santé Publique France data show that 259 clusters are currently investigated in schools and universities, out of 1,280 reported. A high criticality rate in comparison with the other communities, dropping by 24%.

Covid: UK variant dominates in Île-de-France, 87.7% of cases in Paris

Covid-19 UK variant is now set in Paris and Île-de-France. According to Santé Publique France's latest report, it is found in 87.7% of PCR+ cases in Paris, and over 60% in the area.

Coronavirus: Is curfew from 6 p.m. effective? More about the latest data

The coronavirus epidemic keeps on spreading in France and despite curfew from 6 p.m., another lockdown is more and more dreaded. Can it be prevented? It depends on the effectiveness of nationwide curfew that has been assessed. Here is what the latest data from Santé Publique France says.

Covid: Can France really prevent a third lockdown?

Yesterday, French Health Minister said it was still possible for France to prevent another lockdown. This February, government spokesman Gabriel Attal confirmed the saying stating “there is a way to prevent lockdown”. Therefore, can France really prevent a third strict lockdown? Here are some possible answers.

Coronavirus: new cases decreasing in France? Why the latest 2020 data are wrong

Is the coronavirus epidemic in France more active than the latest data intend? Between the rise of covid tests prior to Christmas, public holidays and trips, here are factors making the end-of-year indicators wrong.

Coronavirus: 3,240 clusters investigated in France

As of Tuesday December 1, 2020, France reports 3,240 coronavirus clusters currently being investigated. 100 departments in 101 are on high vigilance. The entire country is on health emergency. Mainland France is once again placed on lockdown until December 15, 2020.

Covid: Santé Publique France says the epidemic wave has probably peaked

About three weeks in the new nationwide lockdown in France, the second Coronavirus wave is said to have peaked in the country. This is what Santé Publique France said on Friday November 20, yet calling to keep on complying with "preventive measures".

Coronavirus in France: “Our efforts begin to pay off” Jérôme Salomon says

Is France gaining control over the coronavirus epidemic again? France’s Health director general Jérôme Salomon says so during his press brief held on Tuesday November 17, 2020: “our efforts begin to pay off”.

Coronavirus in Paris and Île-de-France: the incidence increases by almost 100 points in a week

How is the situation looking in Paris and Île-de-France amid the coronavirus epidemic? In Santé Publique France’s report from October 29, 2020, it says the global increase of the incidence in Paris increases by almost 100 points.

Coronavirus: in France, only 10% of cases are related to clusters

The coronavirus epidemic in France is escalating. As the country is facing a second contamination wave, Santé Publique France says only 10% of cases are related to clusters. Therefore, clusters are far from being the only factor intensifying the spread of the epidemic.

Coronavirus: In France, covid cases in people aged 65+ have tripled in six weeks

Every week, Santé Publique France shares an epidemiologic review on the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic throughout the country. As of October 15, 2020, indicators are still increasing and show a likely underestimatioin of the increase in new confirmed cases. The organization says the cases in people aged 65+ have tripled in a matter of 6 weeks.

Coronavirus: “There will be contaminations at school” Professor Delfraissy says

As French pupils are to head back to school very soon, will there be a rise in coronavirus infections in schools? This Monday August 24, Professor Delfraissy answered the question explaining there will be infections but we will know how to manage. The day before, in a recent report from the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control carried on by Santé Publique France went against so.

Coronavirus: recommendations in case of heat wave

How to protect yourself from coronavirus in the middle of a heat wave? Santé Publique France has just shared a note in which it recommends wearing a mask, using well-maintained air conditioners and ventilating interiors. The agency reminds that nothing indicates that the heat allows to reduce the virus, and that it is necessary to respect the barrier gestures in any place.

Coronavirus: obesity, age, tobacco, chronic diseases…. These aggravating factors

Age, tobacco, chronic diseases, as well as gender and blood type… What are the factors likely to aggravate the state of health of a patient tested positive for coronavirus? Let’s have a look with the latest studies released by searchers and doctors.