Disparities in the COVID-19 pandemic: A clarion call for preventive cardiology.
Am J Prev Cardiol
; 8: 100283, 2021 Dec.
Article
de En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-34693386
ABSTRACT
In 2020, COVID-19 was the third leading cause of death in the US, with increased hospitalizations and mortality linked to factors such as obesity, hypertension, diabetes, higher social vulnerability, and lower socioeconomic status. These multiple factors contribute to inequities in COVID-19 outcomes, including among older persons, members of racial/ethnic populations, and persons experiencing homelessness. Perhaps the best pathway to overcome the distressing high degree of death and disability due to COVID-19 has shown to be immunization with widespread acceptance, uptake, and vaccine access. Especially in racial/ethnic communities, it is important to utilize trusted leaders to overcome common vaccine misconceptions and barriers. This commentary summarizes the keynote lecture given to the Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) addressing the intersection of social injustice, cardiovascular and cardiometabolic disparities, and increased COVID-19 morbidity and mortality in racial/ethnic populations in the US.
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MEDLINE
Aspects:
Determinantes_sociais_saude
Langue:
En
Journal:
Am J Prev Cardiol
Année:
2021
Type de document:
Article
Pays d'affiliation:
États-Unis d'Amérique
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HOLANDA
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HOLLAND
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NETHERLANDS
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NL
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PAISES BAJOS
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THE NETHERLANDS