Coronavirus wreaks havoc in African American neighbourhoods
Though the coronavirus has been called the"great equalizer", data suggests that vulnerability to the infection may vary by neighbourhood.
White residents account for about 23% of recorded cases in Michigan and 28% of deaths, according to the data.Trump says call with Biden was"really wonderful" A similar disparity has emerged in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, one of the most segregated cities in the US. Health officials have previously said the Big Easy's residents suffer from rates of obesity, diabetes and hypertension that are higher than the national average, making them more vulnerable to Covid-19.Mayor Lightfoot said diabetes, heart disease and respiratory illness were"really prevalent" in black communities.
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