Key Points

In Week 26, the situation deteriorated after several weeks of improvement in epidemiological indicators, with increased circulation of SARS-CoV-2 among those under 65 and a sharp rise in the detection of the Delta variant.

• A marked increase in the incidence rate among those aged 15–64, particularly among those aged 15–44

• Continued decline in hospitalizations and admissions to intensive care

• Mainland France: increased circulation of SARS-CoV-2 in all regions, with regional variation

• Overseas territories: increase in indicators in Martinique and Réunion

• Variants of concern (VOC):

  • Alpha variant in sharp decline

  • Delta variant rising sharply, with geographic variation

Prevention

• Vaccination coverage in the general population as of July 6: 52% for one dose and 38% for full vaccination

• Decreased adherence to preventive measures and a recent increase in situations posing a risk of infection

• Decrease in reported cases of depression and anxiety

• Importance of vaccination across the entire eligible population

• Importance of complying with contact tracing protocols to limit the spread of SARS-CoV-2

• If symptoms develop, immediate isolation is required, and a test should be taken as soon as possible

More information on the COVID-19 pandemic

• Coronavirus (COVID-19) Report

• Key figures and trends of COVID-19 in France and around the world

• Find all national epidemiological updates here