Just a few days after receiving the last State service health point, the indicators are still moving forward in the department.
The Lot-et-Garonne incidence rate is now 1,306/100,000 inhabitants as of July 8. This rate is lower for people 65 years and older. Joris Jonon, the regional director of health, indicated that the positivity rate was 36% (compared to 31% on July 4, which was 31%). The proportion of Covid-related activity in emergency visits is still moderate. 28 people are currently hospitalized. Also, 11,934 tests were performed, which is a sign of progress.
It is approaching 80% for vaccination coverage: 259,341 people have a complete vaccine schedule.
"Despite the summer season being a time for holidays, it is important to respect barrier gestures, especially when wearing masks in public transport, healthcare structures, and pharmacies. It is a matter of individual responsibility. Caution must be maintained, the prefect Jean-Noel Chavanne reaffirmed Tuesday, July 12th.