Key Points

In Week 28, SARS-CoV-2 circulation is declining, while virological indicators remain at a very high level and the number of deaths continues to rise.

• Mainland France:

  • Decrease in the incidence rate across most age groups, stabilization among those aged 80 and older

  • Decrease in the incidence rate in most regions, most pronounced in Île-de-France and the Pays de la Loire

  • Hospital indicators remain high and the number of deaths continues to rise

• Overseas territories:

  • Virological indicators rising to high levels in Guadeloupe

  • Incidence rate continues to rise in Réunion

  • Confirmed resurgence of the epidemic in Mayotte at a moderate level

Variants

• Omicron sublineage BA.5 predominant in the Flash S27 survey (07/04)

Prevention

• Vaccination as of July 18, 2022 (Covid Vaccine data):

  • Vaccination coverage for the booster dose remains stable at 75.0% among those aged 18 and older and at 84.9% among those aged 65 and older

  • Second booster dose: 20.0% of those aged 60–79 (29.2% of those eligible) and 29.5% of those aged 80 and older (39.5% of those eligible)

• Given the summer holidays and activities that may lead to increased virus transmission, adherence to the combined measures remains essential to protect the most vulnerable populations, and it is crucial to: be up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations;

  • to self-isolate if you have symptoms or test positive for COVID-19;

  • to follow preventive measures: wear a mask around vulnerable people or in crowded indoor spaces (public transportation, large gatherings, etc.) and wash your hands frequently.

In the event of extreme heat, ventilation of enclosed spaces should be limited to the coolest hours of the day.