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Dispelling the Myth that Black People Are Immune to COVID-19 | NowThis

Dr. Alexea Gaffney, an infectious disease specialist, addresses the myth that the coronavirus COVID-19 does not infect Black people or people of African descent.
doctor is dispelling the myth that Black people are in any way immune to COVID-19.
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In US news and current events today, myths about the coronavirus are targeting the Black community. COVID-19 does not discriminate based on race or ethnicity. Adults ages 65 and older are at higher risk if they contract the virus, as well as people with underlying medical conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and lung disease.

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