Public Health Monitoring in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region. Bulletin of June 17, 2026.
Key Points
Dengue, Chikungunya, and Zika
- Since the start of enhanced surveillance (May 1), 28 imported cases have been identified in the region: 8 cases of chikungunya (+1 compared to last week) and 20 cases of dengue (+1). No locally acquired cases have been detected in mainland France.
West Nile virus infections
- No locally acquired cases have been detected in the region—or more broadly, in mainland France—since the start of enhanced surveillance (May 1).
High temperatures, heat wave
- Activity in emergency departments and at SOS Médecins clinics related to the heat remains stable at a level typical for this time of year
- A heat wave is setting in across mainland France.
Pollen, allergies
- Pollen levels were high in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur (PACA) region. Allergy-related activity at SOS Médecins is down this week, at a level typical for the season.
Mortality
- No excess mortality was observed.
In relation to
Chikungunya
thematic dossier
Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. The most common symptoms are fever and joint pain.
Dengue
thematic dossier
Dengue fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. The most common symptoms are fever and joint pain. Its complications can be severe.
Extreme heat, heat wave
thematic dossier
Heat waves can have a significant impact on health. It is therefore essential to take proper precautions. Certain measures must be put in place, especially for those most at risk.
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