Just 2.9% of vaccinations have occurred among Black residents and 16% have occurred among Latino residents. The death rate related to COVID-19 for Black residents is 7% higher than the statewide rate. For Latino residents, the death rate is 21% higher, according to state data. “That’s why our equity numbers are as paltry as they are,” said Supervisor Holly Mitchell, whose Second District includes many of the county’s Black residents, at a recent board meeting. Distrust of the medical community among Black residents as well as a dearth of healthcare providers in certain neighborhoods could be part of what’s driving the trends, he said.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 20, 2021 00:12 UTC