This is an excellent article about the racial health inequalities that are leading to the huge gap in outcomes we are seeing from COVID-19 in black and brown communities.https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/voices/what-the-covid-19-pandemic-means-for-black-americans/?fbclid=IwAR1sUltMlLjEBAmvUC1Lfv8-QYawSFbbIA1bxjiQh4IJ5eJ7nLoORivwiRQ …
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Health departments across the country and the CDC must gather demographic data including race, and report this information publicly. Researchers and epidemiologists need this information to identify and correct gaps in our management and treatment strategies.
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This type of data is *critical* in redirecting educational efforts, medical equipment and personnel needs, and treatment opportunities.
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