Only seven were white, although white residents make up nearly a third of the county. (Asian American residents had a much lower death rate, half that of white and Hispanic residents.) Hispanic Americans have high rates of diabetes and obesity but live longer than white Americans, despite lower average incomes and educational levels and reduced access to health care. The coronavirus spreads very quickly within households, so close ties among extended households have emerged as detrimental factors for Hispanic Americans. One in 5 Black and Hispanic Americans reported being behind on their rent or mortgage in April, compared with 7.5% of white Americans.

Source: bd News24 June 16, 2021 09:56 UTC