Policy Briefs
February 5, 2021
Inequity in COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
Over the past weeks, providers have administered as many COVID-19 vaccines as possible, but not all patient populations have equal access. So far, data show that minority groups are receiving less vaccine doses relative to their population than their counterparts. If left unchecked, this could lead to future health care issues in communities that are the most susceptible to the disease. To address disproportionately high infection rates, the health care community should understand these key contributing factors.
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