VOICED : Estudiantes de medicina cazan a la COVID-19 en Cuba, de puerta en puerta

Cuban medical students are actively surveying residents to identify potential COVID-19 cases. The government relies on its robust healthcare system to manage the pandemic, with a high doctor-to-population ratio compared to other countries. Despite resource scarcity due to the U.S. embargo, Cubans adhere to hygiene practices and create homemade solutions to combat the virus.

What is the primary role of Cuban medical students in the fight against COVID-19?

• Administering vaccines

• Conducting surveys on travel history and hygiene

• Providing direct medical treatment

• Developing new medical equipment

How does Cuba's number of doctors per capita compare to that of France and the United States?

• Cuba has fewer doctors per capita than both countries

• Cuba has more doctors per capita than both countries

• Cuba has the same number of doctors per capita as the United States

• Cuba has the same number of doctors per capita as France

What regular health survey do Cuban students participate in during September and October?

• Dengue

• Malaria

• Influenza

• COVID-19

What is a common homemade solution used by Cubans for hand cleaning due to product shortages?

• Alcohol-based sanitizer

• Water and vinegar

• Water and chlorine

• Soap and water

What emotional challenge do many Cubans face due to social distancing measures?

• Inability to attend school

• Inability to travel abroad

• Inability to visit public places

• Inability to embrace loved ones