In brief
Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on acute viral gastroenteritis here
national bulletin
Acute Gastroenteritis. Bulletin of April 17, 2025.
infographics
The Story of a Food Recall
How does a food safety alert work in France? What is the organizational structure? Santé publique France outlines the process—from patient consultation to the issuance of an alert—in an infographic.
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an estimated million cases of viral gastroenteritis each year in France
Prevention
Washing your hands with soap and water is the best way to prevent ARI
Information
Cases of viral gastroenteritis rise every winter between December and April, peaking in January
In relation to
Winter viruses
thematic dossier
Every year, winter viruses cause outbreaks of the flu, gastroenteritis, and bronchiolitis. Simple preventive measures can reduce the risk of infection.
Outbreaks of foodborne illness
thematic dossier
A foodborne illness outbreak is defined as the occurrence of at least two cases with similar symptoms—typically gastrointestinal—that can be traced to a single food source. In France, such...
