MedicinePolitical Science

M. A. Benítez, C. Velasco, A. R. Sequeira, J. Henriquez, F. Menezes, F. Paolucci

2020.8.27Health Policy and Technology

DOI: 10.1016/j.hlpt.2020.08.014

tlooto Summary

Strategies were incomplete lacking extensive testing and tracking measures, and large impact of COVID-19 on deaths in countries studied.

Abstract

Highlights • Most analyzed countries implemented stringent measures to face pandemic.• Strategies were incomplete lacking extensive testing and tracking measures.• Response effectiveness undermined by socioeconomic conditions and health capacities.• A poor pandemic management (communication and coordination) influenced results.• Large impact of COVID-19 on deaths in countries studied.

Citation format

BENÍTEZ, M. A., et al. Responses to COVID-19 in five latin american countries. Health Policy and Technology, 2020, 9: 525–559.