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ArticlePublic health challenges2023

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

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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8 authors.

Deborah Oluwaseun ShomuyiwaFaculty of Pharmacy University of Lagos Lagos Nigeria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6665-9439
Morolake Ibukunoluwa OtitodunFaculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences University of Ilorin Ilorin Nigeria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3043-0912
Tobechukwu Innocentia AnyanwuFaculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences University of Port Harcourt Port Harcourt Nigeria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7736-3091
Muhsinah Adesewa AbdulwasiuDora Akunyili College of Pharmacy Igbinedion University Okada Nigeria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0656-6879
Alhaji Umar SowCollege of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences University of Sierra Leone Freetown Sierra Leone.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5335-4679
Maria de Fátima Carvalho-AlvesDepartment of Research Science and Training National Institute of Public Health Praia Cabo Verde.
Maria da Luz Lima MendocaDepartment of Research Science and Training National Institute of Public Health Praia Cabo Verde.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0008-959X
Goodness Ogeyi OdeyDepartment of Public Health College of Medicine University of Calabar Calabar Nigeria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2374-9909

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

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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AfricaCape VerdeCOVID‐19healthcare systemhealth responsepandemicvaccination

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PMID40496286
PMCPMC12039627

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