Health workers in Brazil have launched a COVID-19 vaccination campaign along the Amazon River, racing to curb a devastating surge in cases that has left hospitals in Manaus, capital of Amazonas state, overwhelmed and struggling with oxygen shortages. Officials report exponential rises in infections and deaths, prompting urgent action.
Remote Communities at Risk
Delivering vaccines to Indigenous tribes and riverside villages poses logistical challenges, with boats serving as mobile clinics. Health teams are prioritizing vulnerable groups while navigating the region's vast waterways.
Vaccine Rollout Accelerates
Brazil has vaccinated over 2 million people nationwide so far, but experts warn distribution gaps in remote areas could slow progress. The Amazonas crisis has reignited debates about healthcare equity in the world's largest rainforest region.
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