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France Opens Flu and Covid Vaccine Drive as Cases Rise

Santé publique France reports SARS-CoV-2 circulation rising since the school term, with SOS Médecins consultations up 26% week-over-week for September 28–October 4, but levels below pre-pandemic baselines and hospitalization risk described as moderate.

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