COVID-19 cases rise among Blacks

COVID-19 was a serious pandemic when it first emerged in 2020, however, although four years have passed, the seriousness of COVID-19 hasn’t changed. The COVID-19 rates among the Black community are the highest since February. The Los Angeles County Public Health Department reported 236 new COVID-19 cases among Blacks are up by 77 cases over the past month.
The total number of COVID-19 cases among Black citizens has reached a total of 198,359 with 3,335 deaths. Black Women Rally for Action has expressed deep concern for the increase in Black COVID-19 deaths. Los Angeles County has seen an increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations throughout the summer of every year over the past three years.
Traveling seems to be a summer tradition however along with his tradition comes a responsibility to protect yourself and others from the spread of COVID-19. Gatherings and traveling increases the likelihood of contracting COVID-19. New variants have developed since the original virus in 2020. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health would like to remind all residents to take common-sense precautions to prevent contracting COVID-19. Residents should wash their hands often, and use sanitizer, before eating, after sneezing or coughing, and when in public places.
It is important to stay home if any symptoms of illness arrive such as coughing, sneezing, fever, or sore throat. It is important to stay connected to friends and family and advise loved ones to exercise caution in their day-to-day lives and when attending a gathering if they have signs of infection. Free antigen tests and COVID-19 personal protective equipment such as gloves and masks are available at retail stores.