The Covid-19 still circulates strongly on the territory. Certainly, for two weeks the figures have remained stable but they are still high. The weekly epidemiological update of Public Health France analyzes the epidemic.
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The Covid-19 still circulates strongly on the territory. Certainly for two weeks, the figures have remained stable but they are still high. The weekly epidemiological update of public health France analyzes the epidemic.
A virus that circulates
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Since May 24, the epidemic figures have been declining according to Public Health France which publishes as every week its epidemiological point. Only the virus is still circulating strongly as confirmed by analysts, 1071 new cases during this period, 100 patients less than the week before. “From May 24 to 30, we observes a limited decline after a week of stabilization … The weekly incidence rate remains at a high level, however, with 369 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. “The Gamma variant (Brazilian) remains very predominant. Among the PCRs screened, 84% were Brazilian.
More patients in intensive care
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A limited decrease also for conventional hospitalizations: 85 hospitalizations against 114. Admissions in intensive care, they are increasing. 19 admissions against 16. The total number of deaths since March 2020 stands at 121. Five hospital deaths were recorded last week.
Vaccination open to 12-15 year olds
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Vaccination is progressing among the most vulnerable 30% of 50 to 74 year olds have received a first vaccine dose and around 25% are now fully vaccinated. As of May 30, 2021, 22,827 people have been vaccinated, or 7.9% of the total population. In France, the average is 19%. According to the bulletin “ the vaccination of 50 years and over is important because this age group has a higher probability of developing severe forms of Covid-19 “. Finally from June 15, vaccination will be open to 12-15 year olds. In Guyana, 20,000 are affected by this new measure.
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