A new survey of Georgia hospitals finds more than 80% of COVID-19 patients are Black, even though African Americans make up just 30% of Georgia’s population. It’s the latest evidence that the coronavirus is disproportionately affecting people of color in the United States. Meanwhile, Native American tribal governments report they haven’t received any of the $8 billion in direct emergency payments promised by Congress in last month’s $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill.
Survey Finds Over 80% of COVID-19 Patients in GA Hospitals Are Black
HeadlineApr 30, 2020