According to the portfolio, the fall is due to the expansion of the presence of health professionals, the investments of the federal government in infrastructure and the qualification of care
In recent years, the expansion of health care in the territory It has generated remarkable results, especially in reducing mortality rates among indigenous people. Between 2023 and 2024, there was a 21%drop in deaths, as reported by the Ministry of Health. This decline is particularly evident in deaths from acute respiratory infections, which decreased by 47%, with malaria, with a reduction of 42%, and malnutrition, which fell 20%. These numbers are a direct reflection of investments in infrastructure, the qualification of care and the hiring of new health professionals.
Vaccination also played a crucial role in this improvement. There was a 65% increase in the application of routine vaccines, with 53,000 doses administered only in the last year. This increase in vaccination coverage is an important step towards disease prevention and health promotion among Yanomami. In addition, food and nutritional coverage of children under five has advanced significantly, resulting in a fall to 19% in cases of severe malnutrition in 2024. Currently, 50% of Yanomami children are in the ideal weight for age, which indicates substantial improvement in the health and nutrition conditions of this population.
The observed advances are the result of the government’s continuous efforts to improve health care and the quality of life of . The reduction in mortality rates and malnutrition among Yanomami highlights the importance of effective public policies and sustainable investments in health and nutrition. These efforts not only improve the immediate health of the population, but also create a solid basis for the future development of the community.
*With information from Marília Ribeiro
*Report produced with the aid of AI
