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Philly Latinos are under-tested for COVID-19

Released Tuesday, 22nd September 2020
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Philly Latinos are under-tested for COVID-19

Philly Latinos are under-tested for COVID-19

Philly Latinos are under-tested for COVID-19

Philly Latinos are under-tested for COVID-19

Tuesday, 22nd September 2020
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Latinos in Philadelphia make up 15% of the city’s population — but only 6% of those who’ve gotten tested for COVID-19. In fact, they’re getting tested at the lowest rate of any racial and ethnic group in the city, despite contracting the virus at high rates. When WHYY health reporter Nina Feldman spoke to Latino residents and community leaders, she learned there are several reasons why, including language barriers, anti-immigrant policies and sentiments, as well as limited job security and access to health insurance.

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