Escuelas de samba de Río de Janeiro cosen trajes de protección para personal que enfrenta al COVID-19

In Brazil, samba schools have paused their carnival costume production to create protective gear for healthcare workers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Volunteers find this work more fulfilling as it serves a critical mission. Hospitals face high demand for protective gowns, with some needing up to 2,000 sets daily. Thanks to fabric donations, production is ongoing. Brazil has reported over 14,000 COVID-19 cases and 719 deaths, with data sourced from Johns Hopkins University. The virus causes mild to moderate symptoms for most, but can be severe for the elderly and those with preexisting conditions.

What have the samba schools in Brazil started producing instead of carnival costumes?

• Face shields

• Hand sanitizers

• Gowns for hospital staff

• Masks for the public

How many gowns are needed daily in a single municipal hospital according to the project organizer?

• 3,000

• 1,000

• 500

• 2,000

What is the main message conveyed by the volunteers about their work?

• They are doing it to gain popularity

• They are helping only specific communities

• They are motivated by a sense of duty and heart

• They are doing it for financial gain

Which institution is responsible for collecting COVID-19 data in Brazil?

• Johns Hopkins University

• World Health Organization

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

• Universidad de São Paulo

Who are more likely to experience severe symptoms from COVID-19?

• Children

• Young adults

• Older adults and those with preexisting health issues

• Athletes