Spread of Coronavirus and Racial Disparities

From the Document: As the coronavirus began to spread through the United States, it became clear that the pandemic was taking a particularly hard toll on communities of color, both medically and financially There are numerous reasons for this disparate impact, and it's worth surveying some of the data around it A better understanding of the coronavirus's impact can help guide effective policymaking going forward As detailed here, the virus and economic fallout were simultaneously highlighting and exacerbating existing disparities Two studies have recently identified the use of public transportation as a primary culprit of the increased rates of infections: Many essential workers, unable to work from home, are minorities and more likely to rely on public transit to get to work The combination of being at work and riding public transportation significantly increases the risk of exposure to the virus COVID-19 (Disease);Epidemics;Public health