Desperate search for oxygen in Brazil's crisis-hit Manaus
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An absent state
In north Brazil, the city of Manaus has been struck the worst by the coronavirus pandemic. Waiting for healthcare is so futile that many are buying their own oxygen supplies. Standing in line for hours under the sun, many have relatives who are being treated at home for Covid-19 and prefer that over hospitals.
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Rising wave
The country has been severely hit by the pandemic, to the point that their health system is about to crumble. Manaus suffered a massive crisis when the first wave of the pandemic hit, and now with the new coronavirus variant found in the state of Amazonas, there are currently about 187 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants.
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Taking matters in own hands
Those in power have been severely criticised for the handling of the pandemic and the supply of oxygen to Amazonas is being increased, but residents are worried about how long it will last. Since they cannot depend on the state, people are now buying industrial oxygen cylinders.
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DIY oxygen
As many are struggling to find sources of oxygen for their families, their biggest priority is to prevent being admitted to a hospital. Learning from the internet and doctor friends, many are educating themselves about how to administer oxygen at home.
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Uncertainty ahead
Not just residents, healthcare workers are also scared of the treatment that hospitals provide. With the fear of other infections, many deem it safer to stay home. Even the 7pm curfew does not seem to affect those standing in line for oxygen as they are more scared of what happens if they don't bring the oxygen home.