Key Points

COVID-19

• Significant increase in viral circulation as measured by biological indicators.

• Most other indicators monitored as part of surveillance are rising or stabilizing.

• Omicron sublineage BA.5 is dominant in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region and in France.

Chikungunya, dengue, Zika

Since May 1, surveillance of chikungunya, dengue, and Zika cases has identified 6 imported dengue cases in the region: 2 from Cuba, 1 from Costa Rica, 1 from Brazil, 1 from Thailand, and 1 from Réunion.

Pollen

The risk of pollen allergies is low to moderate in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.

Extreme heat, heat wave

• Emergency departments - Activity in emergency departments for conditions potentially related to heat remains stable.

• SOS Médecins - The proportion of consultations at SOS Médecins clinics for diagnoses of “heatstroke and dehydration” is slightly down.