Furthermore,
Shorter epidemic, but more intense:
This year, the epidemic was shorter, but it still saw 395 toddlers, 96 of which required hospitalization.
A high rate around 24 % which reflects a more severe form of bronchiolitis this year.
The peak was reached in early November 2024.
In total, 850 cases were identified by city doctors, 150 more than the previous year.
Emergencies requested – Shorter epidemic, but more intense
The emergencies of the Clear Water Clinic was particularly stressed. Meanwhile, with an average of 36 weekly passages linked to this bronchiolitis. An increasing figure.
The respiratory virus, the main person responsible for the disease, has circulated intensely.
More than half of the tests carried out in November proved to be positive, with a peak of 72 % in mid-November.
No deaths
Good news. however, no death has been reported and a significant drop in cases was observed in December, marking the end of shorter epidemic, but more intense the epidemic at the start of this year 2025.
Health authorities are already calling for alertness for the next season. vaccination of pregnant women and antibody protection of new risks at risk are the two levers envisaged to better protect toddlers as early as the next school year.
shorter epidemic. but more intense — Shorter epidemic, but more intense: This year, the epidemic was shorter, but it still saw 395 toddlers, 96 of which required hospitalization. A high rate around 24 % which reflects a more severe form of bronchiolitis this year. The peak was reached in early November 2024. In tota.
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