Published on : 31/01/2021 – 04:05
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In the United States, since the start of the epidemic, minorities have been among the populations hardest hit by the coronavirus. And as the situation in the Los Angeles area turns dire, deaths from Covid among the Hispanic community are reaching worrying levels.
With our correspondent in New York, Loubna Anaki
In just two months, the death toll in Los Angeles’ Hispanic community has increased tenfold. In November, authorities counted three to four deaths per 100,000 inhabitants. Today, there are over 40 of them every day.
For the local authorities, the situation is becoming more than alarming. ” Our Hispanic community pays the highest price Said the Los Angeles County public health director. Latinos make up almost half of the region’s population. The majority work as housekeepers, employees of restaurants, supermarkets, nannies … Which exposes them more to the coronavirus. Most also live in crowded homes or neighborhoods, which makes it easier for the virus to spread within families.
More and more officials are calling for better protection of Hispanics, but also other disadvantaged communities. Some suggest revising the vaccination policy to include those who are on the front lines and who are more at risk.
The whole country facing vaccine supply problems. For now, Los Angeles County has yet to vaccinate the priority category of medical personnel.
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