Report Highlights COVID-19's Disproportionate Impact on Nonwhite Communities

Washington State's DOH report underscores structural inequities and calls for community-led solutions to address health disparities.

The report, titled 'Voices From The Frontlines: A Chorus of COVID,' was partially funded by the CDC.
Data shows American Indian and Alaskan Native populations had significantly higher COVID-19 death rates than other groups.
The report criticizes the disengagement of some white individuals from safety efforts when nonwhite communities needed help.
Recommendations include lowering barriers to funding and investing in marginalized youth without stigmatizing them.
The report emphasizes the need for creative, inclusive public health initiatives to improve health equity.