Outbreak Updates
13 May 2025
Chikungunya in Réunion
As of 12 May 2025, over 47,500 confirmed chikungunya cases and over 170,000 consultations for suspected chikungunya have been reported since August 2024. In 2025, a total of 340 hospital admissions, with 12 deaths linked to chikungunya, have been reported. All municipalities have reported cases, with southern areas most affected, particularly Le Tampon. The French National Authority for Health (HAS) have withdrawn vaccination in people over 65 years whilst a small number of possible adverse reactions in this age group are investigated. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on chikungunya.
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