CDC, AMA Focus On Urging Minority Communities To Get Flu Shot

The video discusses concerns about a 'twin demic' of flu and COVID-19 overwhelming hospitals. It highlights a diversity gap in flu vaccination rates among African Americans and Hispanic populations, with only 40% coverage. Dr. Leandro Philbert, a Chief Health Equity Officer, notes lower flu vaccination rates among black children. The video also addresses the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on minorities and efforts by the CDC and other organizations to educate these communities. Despite increased vaccine production, there may be spot shortages due to shipping delays.

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