What is it about?
This study examines barriers and facilitators to COVID-19 vaccination in historically underserved Latino communities near the U.S.-Mexico border. Through surveys and focus groups with 64 community health workers (CHWs), it identifies personal fears, mistrust, misinformation, and logistical challenges that hinder vaccination. The research also highlights the role of CHWs as trusted messengers and recommends culturally and contextually sensitive strategies to promote vaccination.
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Why is it important?
Latino communities have faced significant health disparities during the COVID-19 pandemic, including lower vaccination rates and increased infection risks. This study sheds light on systemic and cultural barriers to vaccination and underscores the importance of community-driven approaches to improve health equity. By leveraging the insights of CHWs, it offers actionable recommendations to address vaccine hesitancy and access issues.
Perspectives
This research reflects the urgent need to address systemic inequities and cultural barriers that impact the health of Latino communities. This study serves as a call to action for creating sustainable, inclusive public health initiatives.
Dr. Alejandro L. Vázquez
University of Tennessee Knoxville
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This page is a summary of: Vaccination for COVID-19 among historically underserved Latino communities in the United States: Perspectives of community health workers, Frontiers in Public Health, October 2022, Frontiers,
DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.969370.
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