France records at least 2,025 excess deaths during June heatwave
The Health Minister confirms heat-related excess deaths in June 2026.
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The fact
Home deaths surged by 91% during the hottest week.
Provisional toll may rise with nursing home data.
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Why it matters
Ce bilan révèle l’impact sanitaire direct d’un épisode climatique extrême, avec des conséquences démographiques et sociales majeures. La hausse des décès à domicile souligne les vulnérabilités persistantes du système de soins.
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