Behavior adopted in Latin America due to covid-19

Abstract

This paper records some behaviors adopted by Latin American countries during the first public health crisis caused by covid-19 in the early 21st century, including some recommendations given by the governments of these countries, to promote self-care. The main measure taken has been the mandatory isolation of the inhabitants, in order to prevent the accelerated spread of the disease, the strategy has been called "Stay home", with this measure, governments aim to reduce contagion, preserve life and public health. But this has been very difficult to meet, because in Latin American countries, the vast majority of its inhabitants have a socio-economic level belonging to the lower middle class, so many have had to continue working, some from their homes, but others, have the need to go out and do their jobs on the streets , relying only on disposable masks as an element of protection, due to limited economic resources, a very high percentage of the population of these countries resort to practices such as gargles with lemon juice, baking soda or common salt, and the intake of hot drinks, this is how this great health crisis was faced in Latin American countries.