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J-M Milleliri1, D Coulibaly2, F Lamontagne1

  • 1GISPE, 82 bd Tellène, 13007 Marseille, France.

Medecine Tropicale Et Sante Internationale
|June 10, 2022
PubMed

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Côte d'Ivoire is navigating its third COVID-19 wave, facing challenges like variants and vaccine access. Despite underreported cases, the population shows resilience amid the ongoing coronavirus epidemic.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Côte d'Ivoire has experienced three waves of the COVID-19 epidemic, primarily concentrated in Greater Abidjan.
  • While not experiencing a predicted "tsunami," the country has recorded over 45,000 cases and nearly 300 deaths, likely underestimating the true toll.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic in Côte d'Ivoire after one year.
  • To outline the challenges and hopes for controlling the epidemic, including vaccination efforts.

Main Methods:

  • Epidemiological data review.
  • Analysis of public health measures and their impact.
  • Assessment of vaccination progress and challenges.

Main Results:

  • The epidemic has been largely contained to Greater Abidjan through isolation measures.
  • Reported figures for COVID-19 cases and deaths are believed to be underestimates.
  • Vaccination presents an opportunity for epidemic control, but faces hurdles such as variant circulation and vaccine supply.

Conclusions:

  • Côte d'Ivoire's health authorities face significant challenges in controlling the COVID-19 epidemic, including managing variants and securing vaccine doses.
  • The Ivorian population has demonstrated considerable resilience in withstanding the health crisis's impact.

Keywords:
AfricaCoronavirusCovid-19EpidemiologyIvory Coast

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