African Americans account for 56% coronavirus cases in Mississippi and 72% of deaths, state epidemiologist says

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African Americans in Mississippi account for 56% of coronavirus cases and 72% of deaths, state epidemiologist Dr. Paul Byers said. “We’re seeing some significant disparities, some racial disparities both in the percentage of cases we’re seeing and deaths.'

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I read it also effects men more than woman not sure if that was right

What is the point of articles like this other than division?

Try comparing it to non-racial factors and see if it fits better. Like diabetes or lack of vitamin-D, etc.

What’s the treatment protocols for covid? To many issues to treat? And are they verified?

Unfortunately, African Americans have a high incidence of especially hypertension which is one of the underlying conditions that makes this virus so deadly.

Corona is racist. COVID19 ChineseVirus ChinaVirus

Did those groups listen and stay inside? Did they have a precondition?

Bad diet, close proximity living with others, and unhygienic, all contribute to it.

He can you supply proof that this virus has been isolated in order to determine it as the cause of death?

I’m a White guy, it’s my fault. Where do I pay reparations?

Viruses do not discriminate. They kill us all. Viruses don't discriminate.

And now we see why trump never offers a word of condolence for the dead...

Now I get it. The Coronavirus is really a RACIST

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