COVID-19 en comunidades indígenas del Chocó, Colombia

Background. The situation of covid-19 in the indigenous population of Chocó, Colombia, was unknown. Our objective was to describe the sociodemographic characteristics and history of exposure to sars-cov-2 in this population. methods. Cross-sectional study carried out in indigenous communities of Chocó. Sociodemographic data, medical history, symptoms and vital signs were obtained. From each person, a capillary blood sample was analyzed using Standard q covid-19 igm/igg Duo Test sd Biosensor. A nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swab sample was taken for sars-cov-2/ rt-pcr testing in symptomatic people. results. 843 people were included. 55.6% were women, the median age was 32 years (p25: 22-p75: 43). Individuals reported low reporting of current smoking (2.9%). The most common comorbidities were hypertension (5.5%), diabetes (1.8%), and asthma (1.6%). 52.8% of people were overweight or obese. We found 33.6% positivity for the detection of igm and/or igg antibodies. Among the positive people, 12.22% were positive for both igm/igg, 16.1% for igm and 23.7% for igg. Among 41 people tested for sars-cov-2/rt-pcr, 13 had positive results. conclusions. These results suggest active transmission of sars-cov-2 in these communities. The concerted efforts of Western and traditional medicine are necessary to improve their health situation while respecting their cultural traditions.