Document Type

Research Report

Publication Date

6-2020

Abstract

This report focuses on the Latino population of Massachusetts and uses 2014–2018 American Community Survey (ACS) demographic data to explore both Latinos’ vulnerability to COVID-19 infection and the key predictive factors. We explore what is known about the social determinants of health previously identified as critical to understanding the spread and differential infection rates of COVID-19 across populations—for example, opportunities for infection due to employment and housing conditions—and how these apply to the Latino population in Massachusetts. We also briefly explore those factors that lead to COVID-19 severe illness and possibly death from the disease, including the age of the population, the existence of underlying health conditions, and access to health care. We conclude with some recommendations for public policies and further research needed to address the health inequities laid bare by the COVID-19 crisis.

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