Will Cape Verde attain COVID-19 herd immunity? Progress, Challenges, and Recommendations.

Public health challenges Pub Date : 2023-07-12 eCollection Date: 2023-09-01 DOI:10.1002/puh2.103

Deborah Oluwaseun Shomuyiwa, Morolake Ibukunoluwa Otitodun, Tobechukwu Innocentia Anyanwu, Muhsinah Adesewa Abdulwasiu, Alhaji Umar Sow, Maria de Fátima Carvalho-Alves, Maria da Luz Lima Mendoca, Goodness Ogeyi Odey

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The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the vulnerabilities of Cape Verde's healthcare system, prompting a swift and effective response. This article examines Cape Verde's comprehensive approach to the pandemic, focusing on epidemiology, the healthcare system, and the vaccination campaign. Recognizing the critical role of COVID-19 vaccination in global efforts, Cape Verde has implemented strategic measures to achieve herd immunity. Although the country has achieved relatively high vaccination coverage in Africa, it still falls short of the necessary threshold. Challenges, including vaccine hesitancy, viral mutations, and supply chain insecurities, must be addressed. Sustained efforts, involving community participation and improved vaccine availability, are crucial. Furthermore, a robust pharmacovigilance system is essential for ensuring vaccination safety and enhancing health outcomes.

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佛得角会获得COVID - 19群体免疫吗?进展、挑战和建议

2019冠状病毒病大流行暴露了佛得角卫生保健系统的脆弱性，促使佛得角采取了迅速有效的应对措施。本文考察了佛得角应对大流行的综合方法，重点是流行病学、卫生保健系统和疫苗接种运动。佛得角认识到COVID-19疫苗接种在全球努力中的关键作用，已实施战略措施以实现群体免疫。尽管该国在非洲实现了相对较高的疫苗接种覆盖率，但仍未达到必要的门槛。必须解决疫苗犹豫、病毒突变和供应链不安全等挑战。包括社区参与和改善疫苗供应在内的持续努力至关重要。此外，强大的药物警戒系统对于确保疫苗接种安全和加强健康结果至关重要。

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