According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nationwide African Americans are more likely to die from COVID-19 when compared with other racial or ethnic groups. This is made worse by pre-existing health conditions as well as structural racism, socioeconomic status, access to health care, and increased exposure to the virus as a result of one’s job (e.g., frontline, essential, and critical infrastructure workers).

We must all do our part to slow the spread of this disease that is ravaging Black communities and families across this country. This means getting tested, getting your annual flu shot, masking up, social distancing (e.g., at least 6ft apart), avoiding gatherings, and washing your hands frequently. We must remain vigilant!