Key Points

Key indicators of preventive behaviors among the French population during Wave 38 (August 30–September 9, 2024) and comparison2 with Wave 37 (September 11–18, 2023):

• 59% of participants eligible for the new COVID-19 vaccine dose intend to get vaccinated this fall.

• 50% (stable) of participants at risk of severe influenza due to their age (≥65 years) or health status (comorbidities, obesity) report wanting to receive both the flu and COVID-19 vaccines.

• 23% (stable) of participants at risk of severe illness report that they do not want to receive either the flu or the COVID-19 vaccine this fall.

• 43% of participants report never wearing a mask when experiencing symptoms, in the presence of vulnerable individuals, or in crowded places.