A new epidemic wave of influenza A is likely in Polynesia • TNTV Tahiti Nui Télévision
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A new epidemic wave of influenza A is likely in Polynesia • TNTV Tahiti Nui Télévision

According to the Bureau of Sanitary Surveillance, 21 new cases of influenza A have been confirmed. (Photo from archive/TNTV)

According to the Bureau of Sanitary Surveillance, 21 new cases of influenza A have been confirmed. 7 hospitalizations were registered, including 1 in intensive care. Three of the seven hospitalized patients are over 60 years old and two are between 55 and 59 years old. Potential underlying medical conditions are being investigated. ,” stated in the Health Surveillance Bulletin.

The number of positive tests is increasing compared to the previous week. A new epidemic wave of influenza A appears to have emerged. “, this one clarifies.

For dengue fever, 1 new case was reported, bringing the total to 46. Patients are from Tahiti (25), Moorea (10), Rangiroa (7), Bora Bora (1) and Fakarava (1). No new hospitalizations were recorded.

In Tahiti, the cumulative incidence since 11/27/23 is 54.5 per 100,000 inhabitants and 12.9 per 100,000 inhabitants in Moorea. Rangiroa has a cumulative incidence of confirmed cases of 251.3 per 100,000 inhabitants. “, reports the Health Surveillance Bulletin.

Thus, the circulation of the virus has been proven.” on 5 islands and likely 3 more, with no confirmed outbreak at this stage “.

As for leptospirosis, 4 out of 88 cases have been confirmed since the beginning of the year.

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