Flu epidemic - The emergency departments of all hospitals in the Alpes-Maritimes are saturated due to a flu epidemic. Professor Michel Carles, head of the infectious diseases department at the Nice University Hospital says that Nice hospital, along with all other establishments in the department, is facing a massive influx of patients combined with a lack of staff who are themselves sick. The latest figures, relating to the week of December 30th to January 5th, show 35% of positive flu tests, compared to 23% at the national level. The Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region is the most affected region by the epidemic after the Île-de-France. The doctor has advised that people who have not been vaccinated get vaccinated. In addition, it is essential to respect the preventative health measures such wearing a mask, washing hands, ventilating rooms. In the event of symptoms (fever, aches, respiratory problems, it is advisable to first consult your doctor.
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