PHI news
This research study explored whether residents living in historically redlined neighborhoods in New York City were at a higher risk for COVID-19 infection. Data revealed that zip code tabulation areas (ZCTAs) with higher proportions of black and Hispanic residents are associated with higher rates of COVID-19 infection. They also found that historically redlined ZCTAs had higher risks for COVID-19 infections, regardless of modern day economic privilege in the area. This study reminds readers that modern day health crises like the COVID pandemic cannot be regarded in isolation from SDoH and the history of racism.
Resource Details
- Geographic Areas of Implementation: Urban
- Setting/Context of Implementation: Community
- Topics of Practice: Outreach/ Education/ Communications
- Outcomes of Interest: Reduction of Health Disparities
- Level of Evidence: Best
- Tools or Materials Included in Resource: No
- Social Determinants of Health: Social and Community Context
- Outside of US: No