France's public health agency

“France recorded 5,764 more deaths than expected during a record-breaking heatwave that swept the country between June 17 and July 2, health authorities said on Wednesday, highlighting the deadly impa…”

“According to France's public health agency, 21,674 people died from all causes during the period, compared with an expected 15,910 deaths based on historical trends. The resulting excess mortality of…”

“The Paris region suffered the highest toll, recording 1,999 excess deaths—around 80 per cent more than would normally be expected during the period.”

“People aged 75 years and above accounted for around two-thirds of the excess deaths.”