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Characteristics and Factors Associated With Coronavirus Disease 2019 Infection, Hospitalization, and Mortality Across Race and Ethnicity

Dai, C.L., Kornilov, S.A., Roper, R.T., Cohen-Cline, H., Jade, K., Smith, B., Heath, J.R., Diaz, G., Goldman, J.D., Magis, A.T., Hadlock, J.J.

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This study examines a cohort of patients testing for COVID-19 in a large healthcare setting spanning California, Oregon, and Washington between March 1 and December 31, 2020. to determine the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of these patients. Results found that major healthcare disparities were evident, particularly among Hispanics. Hispanic individuals tested positive at a higher rate, required excess hospitalization and mechanical ventilation, and had higher odds of in-hospital mortality despite younger ages. Targeted, culturally responsive interventions and equitable vaccine development and distribution are needed to address the increased risk of poorer COVID-19 outcomes among minority populations.

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Outcomes of Interest

Advancing Racial Equity

Priority Population(s)

Hispanic, Latino, or Latinx

Setting(s) of Implementation

Clinical

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Implementation Period

2021