The latest reports from Public Health France note an increase in flu cases in Martinique. An epidemic has been officially declared in the region.
Virological surveillance of influenza based on data transmitted by the virology laboratories of the CHUM (University Hospital Center of Martinique) carried out last week made it possible to observe further spread of the influenza virus.
All are city and hospital indicators “growing”. Passes through Martinique “epidemic phase”.
The number of consultations for influenza-like illness in medical practice exceeded 1,000 weekly consultations for the third week in a row.
The number of SOS Médecins visits continued to increase with 121 visits between January 8 and 14, up from 91 the week before. This represents “Increase of 25%”.
For hospital, “The number of emergency room visits is also increasing” During the same period, 9 versus last week and 10 weeks ago respectively.
1 was hospitalized after going to the emergency room.
Public Health France recommends“Enforce barrier gestures to prevent the spread of disease”.
