Reunion: 2021 Dengue

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758 cases of dengue have been confirmed on the island and the epidemic is accelerating
April 1, 2021
Maria Gill

There are 20 municipalities concerned with case clusters mainly located in the west in Port, Saint-Paul and La Possession, and in the south in Saint-Joseph. So far, only serotype 1 has been detected among the confirmed cases.

Since the beginning of the year, 308 people have been treated in the emergency room and 114 patients with dengue fever have been hospitalized, including 19% for a severe case (an increase compared to 2019 and 2020). Although rare ocular manifestations (sudden and sometimes severe loss of vision) have been reported in some patients one week after the first symptoms of dengue fever appeared. In this case, it is advised to consult an ophthalmologist or go to the emergency room.

In order to reduce the spread of the epidemic, and prevent dangerous forms of the disease that require hospital treatment, the prefecture and ARS remind the population of the importance of consulting a doctor as soon as symptoms appear, to protect themselves. Mosquito bites and elimination of breeding sites in the home...

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1,626 cases of dengue fever: indicators still on the rise
In their latest weekly figures, the Prefecture of Reunion and the Regional Health Agency of Reunion (ARS) announce the progression of the dengue epidemic in Reunion. From April 26 to May 2, 2021, 1,626 cases of dengue have been confirmed. The virus continues to circulate at a high level on the island.
Friday May 14, 2021

1,626 cases of dengue fever: indicators still on the rise
We publish in full the press release from the Prefecture relating to this news.
More than 300 emergency visits were recorded during the week concerned. For the past two weeks, nearly 30% of people treated in the emergency room have subsequently been hospitalized. The proportion of patients affected by a severe form remains higher than in previous years and is around 21%.
The western sector remains the most affected (nearly 70% of cases and outbreaks are highlighted in many municipalities in the North, especially in Saint-Denis, and in the South).
The prefecture, ARS and Public Health France regret to announce on May 12 the deaths of 5 patients directly linked to dengue, which have occurred in recent days. Since the beginning of the year, 4 deaths have occurred suddenly after deterioration of the general state of health in young people (32 to 45 years old) and not presenting comorbidities known to be risk factors for severe forms.
Also, the authorities recommend that people with dengue be vigilant and seek immediate medical attention if they have any suggestive symptoms. In addition, the population is reminded of the importance of eliminating breeding sites, consulting a doctor as soon as symptoms appear and protecting themselves from mosquito bites (repellents, mosquito nets, long clothing, etc.).
Since January 1, 2021

11,693 confirmed cases
352 hospitalizations
1,357 emergency visits
10 deaths directly linked to dengue


Dengue fever situation on May 12, 2021 (data from the French Public Health Unit in the region, ARS)
? In the West, dengue fever circulates mainly in Saint-Paul and Le Port, and is actively pursued in La Possession. These 3 municipalities have more than 6 out of 10 cases reported on the island.
? In the south, traffic is stable in Saint-Pierre, Etang Sal?, Le Tampon where the number of cases is increasing.
? The north of the island accounts for around 12% of cases, mostly found in Saint-Denis (stable).
? The eastern region remains little affected by the epidemic; cases are highlighted in each municipality.

In addition, groupings of cases have been identified in the following municipalities (districts)...

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Dengue: 2,074 confirmed cases
Dengue fever continues to flare. As illustrated by the latest figures for the epidemic with 2,074 confirmed cases in Reunion Island from May 10 to 16, 2021.
Thursday May 27, 2021

Dengue: 2,074 confirmed cases
We are publishing in full the press release from the prefecture relating to this news.
DENGUE AT REUNION: the epidemic continues at a high level
From May 10 to 16, 2,074 cases of dengue fever were confirmed. The epidemic continues at a high level despite the onset of the southern winter (nearly 2,000 confirmed cases every week for 4 weeks). It affects the entire territory. The West (Saint-Paul) and South (Saint-Joseph and Saint-Pierre) sectors are the most affected.
The prefecture, ARS and Santé Publique France regret to announce on May 12 the death of a patient which has occurred in recent days and is directly linked to dengue.
At this stage, it is not yet possible to determine whether the epidemic peak has been reached.
The authorities reiterate the importance of protecting yourself from mosquito bites (repellents, mosquito nets, long clothes, etc.). One injection is enough to get sick. In addition, it is recommended to consult a doctor immediately in the event of suggestive symptoms and not to hesitate to consult again in case of worsening of his state of health.
Dengue fever situation on May 26, 2021
(data from the French Public Health Unit in the region, ARS)
Since January 1, 2021:

16,198 confirmed cases
402 hospitalizations
2,383 emergency room visits
11 deaths directly linked to dengue

The western sector accounts for 70% of the cases declared on the island. Saint-Paul is the town where the virus circulates the most (over 35% of cases), ahead of Le Port and La Possession (around 15% of cases each)
In the South, the number of cases remains high in Saint-Joseph, it progresses in Saint-Pierre and stabilizes in Tampon. The north of the island accounts for around 10% of cases, mainly in Saint-Denis (stable).
All the municipalities in the east are reporting cases, but in low numbers. However, in the town of Saint-André, the number of cases has more than doubled over the last two weeks (from 13 to 31 reported cases).
Clusters of cases have been identified in the following municipalities (districts) ...