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Why are certain racial and ethnic minority groups impacted more by COVID-19?
Recent data suggests that COVID-19 has a greater impact on certain racial and ethnic minority groups. Health differences are often due to social and economic conditions. In public health emergencie...
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I am Black and/or Hispanic. What can I do to lower my chances of getting COVID-19?
The best way to protect yourself is to avoid situations in which you may be exposed to the virus. If you or someone you care for is at higher risk of getting sick with COVID-19, take steps to prote...
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What is being done to help lower illness and death rates in certain racial and ethnic minority groups?
Researchers, as well as state and federal governments, are currently monitoring the number of COVID-19 cases, complications, and deaths in minority groups. This will help improve the management of ...
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How does COVID-19 affect pregnant women?
COVID-19 can affect pregnant women as well as non-pregnant women. There is not enough evidence at this time to suggest that pregnant women have a higher risk of getting COVID-19. However, studies s...
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What are hospitals and birthing centers doing for women who develop COVID-19 symptoms while still in their facility?
Hospitals and birthing centers should implement proper disease control practices to help control and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Practices should include testing pregnant women or women who hav...
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What should I do if I am pregnant and believe I have COVID-19?
If you’re pregnant and think you may have COVID-19, you should contact your healthcare provider to discuss next steps in your care. If you’re in labor and think you have COVID-19, call ahead and no...
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What can people with HIV do to protect themselves from COVID-19?
The best way to prevent getting sick is to avoid exposure to the virus. If you have HIV, it’s important to continue taking your HIV medicine and follow the advice of your healthcare provider. You s...
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Are people with HIV at higher risk for COVID-19 infection than other people?
Based on limited data at this time, people with HIV who are on effective HIV treatment have the same risk for COVID-19 infection as people who do not have HIV. Older adults and people of any age wh...
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If I have HIV and also have a higher risk of getting very sick from COVID-19, what can I do to protect myself?
People with HIV have higher rates of certain underlying health conditions. These conditions, as well as older age, can increase the risk for more severe illness if people with HIV get COVID-19. Thi...
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I have asthma. How can I protect myself against COVID-19?
If you have moderate-to-severe asthma, you may be at higher risk of getting very sick from COVID-19. The virus could cause an asthma attack and possibly lead to pneumonia or acute respiratory disea...