Covid-19 and the health system in the United States and Brazil: reality, challenges and the most impacted social groups / Covid-19 e os sistemas de saúde dos Estados Unidos e do Brasil: realidade, desafios e grupos sociais mais impactados
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https://doi.org/10.34119/bjhrv3n6-258Keywords:
Health systems comparison, Covid-19 pandemic, Equity in health, Vulnerability, Public Health.Abstract
Object: Responses to Covid-19 Pandemic in Brazil and the United States, in the context of the health systems of these countries. Objective: Compare and evaluate American and Brazilian health systems and governmental actions during the first six months of Covid-19 pandemic. Method: We evaluated secondary data from the census, health systems, literature and scientific newspaper materials. Results: The health systems of both countries are designed to serve different purposes and this reflected strongly in their ability to tackle pandemic. The American system has an exclusive nature that is revealed when analyzing the population accessing each type of health service. On the other hand, the Brazilian system is more inclusive however it lacks government support to perform at this time. Conclusion: In the USA, access to the health system is exclusive, nonetheless there were adjustments made to social policies during this critical period to support the population. In Brazil, access is free through the Unified Health System (SUS), despite being plagued with substantial budget reductions and political disorders, hindering the control of the pandemic. Both governments should adjust their health systems and invest in protective measures for the most vulnerable citizens.
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