Working to close the vaccine gap is a collective effort

(TriceEdneyWire.com) – It is no secret how devastating the COVID-19 pandemic has been for marginalized communities in this country. The National Urban League quantified this impact in the 2020 edition of our annual capstone report, the State of Black America.As COVID-19 swept across the country, we sprang into action through combined efforts from our affiliate movement and public/private partnerships to save lives across the country. In 2021, we launched All In, a joint effort with the Center for Disease Control to close the vaccination gap in communities of color and underserved neighborhoods with the help of our affiliates.Related Stories Even though we are past the peak of the pandemic, this is the stark reality of our present situation:COVID-19 remains a severe health threat. Over 43,000 Americans have died from COVID-19 in 2024 alone – and as we enter the colder months, flu season, and holiday season, the risk of severe infections and hospitalizations will continue to rise.& We know that those with pre-existing conditions like COPD, high blood pressure and obesity are at greater risk of falling seriously ill. People of color and marginalized communities are also affected by these conditions at a disproportionate rate. And beyond the risk of...