We were off for a few weeks, but we’re back. Did you miss us?

2021 was a tough year for Brazilians in several aspects, with COVID, inflation and unemployment rates on the rise. After a rough start, Brazilian vaccination is going well (68.1% of the population is fully vaccinated at the moment).

As if the coronavirus was not enough, Brazil is now going through an outbreak of H3N2 influenza. The feeling right now is that everyone around us is sick. Health centres and emergencies are flooded with people with similar symptoms wanting to get tested.

The Brazilian health agency, Anvisa, did not approve lateral flow tests, fearing that people wouldn’t report infections, and it’s becoming harder to get a test done, especially when one can’t afford it.

On top of all that, it’s election year. Are we ready?

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