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The flu epidemic is spreading rapidly in Martinique.
By RCI Web 31/01/2026 - 10:14
In Martinique, the number of flu cases is rising sharply during the week of January 19-25, 2026.
There were 2,190 clinically suspected cases of influenza in Martinique during the fourth week of January. This figure represents a significant increase compared to the average number of cases recorded during the previous three weeks: 1,360 cases.
In total, 9,680 clinically suggestive cases have been recorded since the start of the epidemic at the end of December 2025.
Hospital indicators on the rise
The number of visits to the emergency room also jumped to 82, compared to an average of 45 since the beginning of the year. Hospital admissions also increased, from 12 to 22.
Virological data demonstrate intense and increasing circulation of influenza viruses. The predominant circulating virus is Influenza A virus with serotype A(H3N2).
https://rci.fm/martinique/infos/Sante/Lepidemie-de-grippe-progresse-fortement-en-Martinique
The flu epidemic is spreading rapidly in Martinique.
By RCI Web 31/01/2026 - 10:14
In Martinique, the number of flu cases is rising sharply during the week of January 19-25, 2026.
There were 2,190 clinically suspected cases of influenza in Martinique during the fourth week of January. This figure represents a significant increase compared to the average number of cases recorded during the previous three weeks: 1,360 cases.
In total, 9,680 clinically suggestive cases have been recorded since the start of the epidemic at the end of December 2025.
Hospital indicators on the rise
The number of visits to the emergency room also jumped to 82, compared to an average of 45 since the beginning of the year. Hospital admissions also increased, from 12 to 22.
Virological data demonstrate intense and increasing circulation of influenza viruses. The predominant circulating virus is Influenza A virus with serotype A(H3N2).
https://rci.fm/martinique/infos/Sante/Lepidemie-de-grippe-progresse-fortement-en-Martinique