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On Tuesday, Spanish-speaking faculty members are starting a series of Zoom discussions about the vaccine and ways to prevent the spread of the virus, which disproportionately affects Hispanic communities.
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The goal is to reach seniors who struggle to access public sites or are apprehensive about going to them. It's helping underserved communities get vaccinated.
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The website, which also has information in English and Mandarin, can search for vaccination locations across South Florida and the United States.
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Florida’s Hispanic residents are more likely than whites to die from COVID, yet early vaccination data show they’re getting the shot at lower rates. Public misinformation contributes to the disparity.
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Until a vaccine can be more widely distributed, doctors are urging people to keep wearing masks and social distancing to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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Latinos and African Americans are among those most likely to express skepticism about the coronavirus vaccine. Efforts are underway to change their minds.
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According to data reported to the CDC, 121 children died from COVID-19 between February and July of this year. And 78% of the children who died were Hispanic, Black or Native American.
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Having darker skin reduces the risk of skin cancer, but doesn't eliminate it. Hispanics are less likely to be aware of that risk, and more apt to be diagnosed late, which can be deadly.
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Hispanic advocates say at least 200,000 Latinos could get health insurance if Florida lawmakers choose to expand Medicaid.The National Council of La Raza…
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Norma and Rodolfo Santaolalla have always worked but have never had health insurance. When the Arlington, Va., couple tried to apply online for coverage…