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  • Martinique - Coronavirus Covid-19: 939 cases; 18 deaths

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    Coronavirus: a possible case in Martinique. Analyzes are underway

    By DPH

    02/29/2020 - 12:51

    A possible case of coronavirus (not proven) is being analyzed in Martinique, this Saturday. The results will be known in the afternoon.

    "A case identified as possible by the infectious diseases department of the CHU is currently being investigated this Saturday morning. Samples were taken this morning from a patient admitted to the emergency department that night, the results are expected at the end of "afternoon. All the precautionary measures to ensure the safety of patients and staff have been taken" indicates the Regional Health Agency (ARS) in its press release made public this Saturday in the middle of the day.
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    https://www.rci.fm/martinique/infos/...-sont-en-cours
    Last edited by kiwibird; April 11, 2020, 06:36 AM.
    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
    -Nelson Mandela

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    Coronavirus in Martinique: a first suspect case

    A first case suspected to be carrying the Coronavirus is being investigated in Martinique. He is a one year old child. The results are expected at the end of the day this Saturday, February 29, 2020.

    Guy Etienne • Posted on February 29, 2020 at 1:32 pm

    A case identified as possible by the infectious diseases department of the CHU is currently under investigation. The samples were taken this Saturday, February 29, 2020 in the morning from the patient admitted to the emergency department overnight. He is a one year old baby. The results are expected at the end of the day, specifies the Regional Health Agency.

    All precautionary measures to ensure the safety of patients and staff have been taken. (ARS)

    As of the declaration of the epidemic in China, as a precaution, the Regional Health Agency (ARS) Martinique specifies that it set up in connection with the prefecture, "an organization in accordance with the directives of the Ministry of Solidarity and of Health, to protect the population and prepare the territory to face possible cases of coronavirus ".

    Evolution of the protection system

    First concerning the flight from Milan this Saturday, February 29, "the three crew members, of Spanish nationality, will be subject to medical check-ups specific to their disembarkation" specifies the ARS.

    Then, from next week, "the health control system at Aim? C?saire airport will evolve, through the mobilization of the Red Cross which will set up a health team dedicated to the arrival of passengers".

    Tests carried out in Martinique

    Since Friday, February 28, 2020, "kits to detect the Coronavirus COVID-19 are available at the CHU in Martinique. The tests can now be carried out entirely in the territory".

    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
    -Nelson Mandela

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    • #3
      Negative result for the suspected case of Coronavirus in Martinique

      Negative analysis for the 1st suspected case of Coronavirus which was under investigation in Martinique. He was a one year old child. Negative diagnosis also for a second case received on the day of Saturday February 29, 2020.

      Guy Etienne • Posted on February 29, 2020 at 6:08 pm, updated on February 29, 2020 at 6:20 pm

      The case identified by the infectious diseases department of the CHU which was under investigation was found to be negative. The samples were taken this Saturday, February 29, 2020 in the morning from the patient admitted to the emergency department overnight. He was a one year old baby.

      During the day, a new patient suffering from respiratory distress was tested at the CHU in Martinique. His results were also negative at Covid-19.
      ...
      "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
      -Nelson Mandela

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      • #4
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        Coronavirus: the first two confirmed cases in Martinique

        By Florin Hossu
        /
        05/03/2020 - 18:37

        The Regional Health Agency confirms this evening (Thursday, March 5) the management of the first two cases of Covid-19 in Martinique.


        ARS Martinique informs that two grouped cases of COVID-19 infection were confirmed positive at the Martinique University Hospital this Thursday, March 5, 2020 at the end of the afternoon.
        These two cases were dealt with by the SAMU, according to the predefined procedures: specific channels, sampling in dedicated site and analyzes by the virology laboratory of the establishment, isolation in a dedicated room at negative pressure.

        A crisis unit is activated within the establishment. No details for the moment concerning the two patients. Here are the details of J?r?me Viguier, director of ARS Martinique.


        The ARS in collaboration with Sant? Publique France implements the identification and follow-up system for contact cases. Its mission is to carry out an inventory and active monitoring of people who have had close and prolonged contact with infected patients, to send them clear and appropriate instructions.

        The ARS recalls that in the event of symptoms with the notion of travel (fever, cough, shortness of breath), it is advisable to contact the 15. Travel to doctors or to the emergency room is not recommended, to avoid the risk of contagion.

        For any information on the Coronavirus - COVID-19, the toll-free number: 0800 130 000 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

        L'Agence Régionale de Santé confirme ce soir (jeudi 5 mars) la prise en charge des deux premiers cas de Covid-19 en Martinique.
        "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
        -Nelson Mandela

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        • #5
          Source: https://www.stlucianewsonline.com/ma...f-coronavirus/

          (SNO) – Martinique on Saturday morning reported two more positive cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on a cruise ship in the bay of Fort de France...The two bring to nine the number of positive cases reported by Martinique...

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          • #6
            Source: https://stluciatimes.com/martinique-...-bars-cinemas/

            Martinique Reports Coronavirus Death, Shuts Down Bars, Cinemas
            March 16, 2020
            By Staff Writer

            Martinique has shut down non-essential public places including night clubs, restaurants, cinemas, cafes and nightclubs until further notice as the Island recorded its first Coronavirus death, local reports say.

            The deceased was identified as an 86-year-old woman who succumbed Sunday.

            The octogenarian was in contact with a family member who had taken a sea cruise a few days before, Martinique 1ere reported.

            According to the website of the Public Health Agency, the number of patients affected by the Covid-19 coronavirus in Martinique has increased from 10 to 15...

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            • #7
              Source: https://www.zayactu.org/2020/03/info...es-du-covid-19

              ...Today, 4 new cases have been recorded, bringing the number to 23 the number of people affected by covid-19...

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              • #8
                Source: https://www.newsamericasnow.com/cari...s-cases-spike/

                ...Martinique’s total is now at 37 after it reported 5 new cases as well. Authorities there say they also have 1 death to date...

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                • #9

                  Source: https://la1ere.francetvinfo.fr/marti...us-815028.html

                  Martinique: 44 patients infected with coronavirus
                  If Martinique remains at stage 1 of the epidemic, it has 44 people infected with the virus (March 22, 2020), 7 more than yesterday. The state of health emergency was adopted by the parliament.
                  By Brigitte Brault
                  Posted on 3/22/2020 at 2:57 p.m., updated on 3/22/2020 at 3:07 p.m.

                  If Martinique remains at stage 1 of the epidemic it counts today, March 22, 2020, 44 people are infected with the virus. Seven more patients have therefore been hospitalized since yesterday.

                  In Guadeloupe, the increase in cases continues from 56 to 58 cases. In Reunion, 64 patients have been listed.

                  In total in overseas France, 208 people are infected with the virus.

                  The French Parliament has just adopted the health emergency bill.
                  The text allows for the establishment of a state of health emergency in the face of the Covid-19 epidemic. It also authorizes the government to take measures to support businesses by ordinance and records the postponement of the second round of municipal elections "at the latest in June".






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                  • #10
                    Source: https://www.lemonde.fr/planete/artic...4405_3244.html

                    ...In Martinique, where 66 cases are recorded, "the health situation was already tense before the arrival of Covid-19, which makes it all the more destitute in the face of the management of serious cases", because "the number of beds in intensive care is far below the national average, "says a group of hospital staff. Several doctors are calling for Cuban doctors to come...




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                    • #11
                      Source: https://dominicanewsonline.com/news/...r-jumps-to-81/

                      Martinique predicts surge in coronavirus cases as number jumps to 81
                      Dominica News Online - Friday, March 27th, 2020 at 9:31 AM

                      The number of people infected with the coronavirus (COVID)-19) in Martinique has rocketed to 81.

                      It was reported on Thursday that in 24 hours, the medical services in Martinique registered 15 additional patients. They are hospitalized at the CHUM (Center Hospitalier Universitaire de Martinique, specifically at the Pierre Zobda Quitman hospital in Fort-de-France). Among these 15 people, 12 are in intensive care and ten of them are incubated...

                      EFE

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                      • #12
                        Source: https://la1ere.francetvinfo.fr/marti...ue-818242.html

                        ...Martinique today has March 31, 2020, 128 people infected with the coronavirus covid-19 and records the 3rd death of a patient aged over 70 years.

                        In 24 hours the medical services therefore register 9 additional patients. They are hospitalized at the CHUM (Center Hospitalier Universitaire de Martinique, specifically at the Pierre Zobda Quitman hospital in Fort-de-France).

                        Among these 128 people, 15 are in intensive care.

                        Since the start of the health crisis, 27 people in Martinique have been healed.

                        It is therefore important to respect the confinement rules. This is the meaning of the message reminded by the medical staff of Martinique.

                        51 patients between 45 and 64 years old

                        Among the 128 patients, 59 are women and 69 are men

                        - 32 are aged 15 to 44
                        - 51 are between 45 and 64 years old
                        - 35 are between 65 and 74 years old
                        - 10 are over 75

                        The average age of people hospitalized in intensive care is 61 years with a minimum of 25 years and a maximum age of 82 years.

                        The figures suggest, according to the ARS (Regional Health Agency), the beginning of indigenous transmission.




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                        • #13
                          Source: https://la1ere.francetvinfo.fr/marti...ue-818632.html

                          Coronavirus: 131 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Martinique
                          31 people are infected with the coronavirus of which 16 are in intensive care according to the information provided by the ARS (Regional Health Agency) of Martinique this Wednesday, April 1, 2020. In 24 hours the medical services therefore register 3 additional patients.
                          Brigitte Brault • Posted on April 1, 2020 at 2:35 pm, updated on April 1, 2020 at 3:43 pm

                          Martinique now has April 1, 2020, 131 people infected with the coronavirus covid-19.

                          In 24 hours the medical services therefore register 3 additional patients. They are hospitalized at the CHUM (Center Hospitalier Universitaire de Martinique, specifically at the Pierre Zobda Quitman hospital in Fort-de-France).

                          Among these 131 people, 16 are in intensive care ...

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                          • #14
                            Source: https://la1ere.francetvinfo.fr/marti...ue-818978.html

                            Coronavirus: 138 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Martinique
                            a Martinique has this Thursday April 2, 2020 138 confirmed cases of Coronavirus Covid-19, i.e. 7 more in 24 hours. 19 patients are hospitalized in intensive care at the Martinique University Hospital, 3 more than yesterday (Wednesday, April 1, 2020).

                            Peggy Pinel-Fereol • Posted on April 2, 2020 at 2:24 pm, updated on April 2, 2020 at 3:10 pm
                            138, this is the number of Covid-19 cases confirmed by the Martinique Regional Health Agency on Thursday April 2, 2020. 7 additional people tested positive in 24 hours.
                            19 patients (+3) are hospitalized in intensive care at the Martinique University Hospital and 27 people are cured.
                            3 deaths have been reported since the start of the health crisis.

                            80 resuscitation beds

                            According to the ARS, "the 19 patients in intensive care are hospitalized at the CHU of Martinique in intensive care beds dedicated to Covid-19.
                            26 Covid-19 resuscitation beds are open, equipped to accommodate critical patients. As the filling rate of these beds increases, the CHU mobilizes new resuscitation beds ".

                            With the reception of the additional respirators ordered, 68 beds will eventually be available at the CHU de Martinique. To this figure will also be added the 12 resuscitation beds available at the Saint-Paul Clinic, bringing the total number of resuscitation beds to 80.

                            Screenings in nursing homes

                            The following measures are in place:
                            • Systematic screening of residents with symptoms suggestive of Covid-19.
                            • Establishment, with the CHU of Martinique, of a mobile screening team which will move on request from the structures. The trained team, equipped with masks and over-gowns, will come to each structure to quickly confirm or confirm a Covid-19 case.
                            • In the event of confirmation of the case, the ARS asked each nursing home to prepare management for the resident (s) concerned to slow down or even prevent the spread of the virus.
                            • As a reminder, visits are prohibited in nursing homes since March 17 and residents are confined to their rooms since March 21.

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                            • #15
                              Source: https://la1ere.francetvinfo.fr/marti...ue-819366.html


                              Coronavirus: 143 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Martinique
                              coronavirus
                              Illustration Coronavirus Covid-19
                              ? Pixabay
                              Figures from the Martinique Regional Health Agency show 143 cases of Coronavirus Covid-19 confirmed this Friday, April 3, 2020, five more cases in 24 hours. 18 patients are hospitalized in intensive care at the CHU of Martinique.
                              Peggy Pinel-Fereol • Posted on April 3, 2020 at 3:11 pm, updated on April 3, 2020 at 3:26 pm
                              The number of Covid-19 cases diagnosed after a blood test or CT scan increases a little more each day. This Friday, April 3, 2020, 143 cases were confirmed, 5 more in 24 hours (138 cases on Thursday, April 2, 2020).

                              18 patients are hospitalized in intensive care at the CHU de Martinique, which is good news, one less than yesterday (Thursday, April 2, 2020). 27 people are healed.
                              3 deaths have been reported since the start of the health crisis.

                              Patient profiles

                              There are 68 women and 75 men
                              • 33 are between 15 and 44 years old
                              • 59 are between 45 and 64 years old
                              • 41 are aged 65 to 74
                              • And 10 are over 75
                              The average age of people hospitalized in intensive care is 62 years with a minimum of 25 years and a maximum of 85 years.

                              23 suspicions of indigenous transmission have been identified.

                              The Regional Health Agency is launching an appeal to health professionals (doctors, nurses and nursing assistants) to come in to reinforce Covid-19 teams.
                              A regional platform was launched on Thursday, April 2, 2020 on the ARS Martinique website in order to allow these professionals to make themselves known and to register.




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