Key Points

• Nationally, the number of deaths across all age groups returned to within the usual range of fluctuation in weeks 37 through 40, but remained elevated among those aged 65–84 through week 39.

• An increase in the number of all-cause deaths certified electronically was noted in week 41 (October 11–17), affecting people over 65.

• In French Guiana, the number of deaths appears to be decreasing in week 40, but remains elevated.