Key Points

Chikungunya

• As of August 29, three locally acquired (autochthonous) cases of chikungunya have been reported to the ARS and the regional SpF unit.

Acute respiratory infections

• The circulation of respiratory viruses remains very limited, with no public health impact.

Acute gastroenteritis

• Health indicators remain stable among children under 5 years of age.

COVID-19

• Low circulation of SARS-CoV-2 with limited health impact.

Whooping cough

• Cases of pertussis are currently being diagnosed in Réunion.

• Santé publique France reiterates the importance of vaccination for pregnant women, recommended since April 2022 to protect newborns and young infants. As of July 22, 2024, the Haute Autorité de Santé (HAS) has recommended that anyone in close contact with a newborn and/or infant under 6 months of age in a family or professional setting receive a pertussis booster if their last vaccination was more than 5 years ago.