Mortality from COVID-19 Among the Indigenous Population of the State of Amazonas: An Analysis of Secondary Data
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https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v8i18.1806Keywords:
Indigenous populations; COVID-19; Epidemiological Profile; Mortality.Abstract
Introduction: High rates of infection and mortality from COVID-19 were diagnosed among indigenous people, when compared to the general population. This fact can be justified by difficulties in accessing health services and social vulnerability. Methodology: This is an observational, descriptive, retrospective cohort study, carried out through the analysis of open access health information sources. Data on mortality among indigenous people in the state of Amazonas was collected from January 2020 to January 2022. Ethnicity, age group, gender and access to health services were the indicators analyzed. Results: São Gabriel da Cachoeira represents the municipality with the highest number of deaths, justified by the city being the municipality in Amazonas with the highest concentration of indigenous population in the country. The most affected ethnic group were the Yanomami living there. Diseases of the circulatory system were the most prevalent, with emphasis on SAH (Systemic Arterial Hypertension), which was the most common pathology. The age group of 80 years and over had the highest mortality rates among these people. Conclusion: It was concluded that measures must be taken so that these people have access to health services, prevention and monitoring of prevalent comorbidities, giving them a greater quality and life expectancy, according to their customs.
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