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https://doi.org/10.47172/2965-730x.sdgsreview.v5.n02.pe03419
Copy DOIJournal: Journal of Lifestyle and SDGs Review | Publication Date: Dec 16, 2024 |
License type: CC BY 4.0 |
Objective: To examine the social, cultural, and economic consequences of the pandemic on public health in Peru, recognizing challenges and possibilities to strengthen the system, given that the pandemic aggravated existing inequalities, disproportionately impacting vulnerable groups, such as rural communities and individuals living in poverty, an evaluation of approaches to promote health and well-being within the framework of the SDG. Theoretical framework: This research analyzes the way in which the pandemic has impacted several aspects of public health in the country, in a post-COVID-19 pandemic scenario that showed and aggravated the already existing weaknesses in the Peruvian health system, marked by its fragmentation and restrictions in infrastructure and human resources. Method: A qualitative approach based on a documentary review and critical analysis was used for the development of the research. Research implications: Lack of access to high-quality health services and unfavorable living conditions contributed to an increase in COVID-19 incidence and mortality in these groups. In cultural terms, distrust of the official health system and inclination towards traditional medicines impacted the community reaction to the virus. In economic terms, the pandemic severely impacted the middle class, decreasing its magnitude from 43.6% in 2019 to 24% in 2020, canceling out a decade of economic progress. Results and discussion: The infodemic, or excess of information, including rumors and misinformation, made it difficult to implement effective public health strategies. In addition to job losses and reduced incomes, they restrict access to health services, intensifying pre-existing inequalities. Originality/Value: To enhance public health in Peru after the pandemic, it is crucial to address social inequalities.
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