Fellows mentioned in this story: Josie Howard, Cohort VIII

From Civil Beat:

Hawaii’s COVID-19 data stands out nationally for how much detail is available about specific race groups under the Asian American and Pacific Islander umbrella.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published a study on Sept. 17 written by current and former Hawai‘i Department of Health officials, scholars from the University of Hawai‘i and others that gives the most detailed look yet at how the pandemic has disparately affected communities in Hawai‘i.

Researchers and community advocates say that disaggregated data is necessary to ensure those most affected by the pandemic are getting resources they need. Detailed race data also helps people responding to the pandemic better understand what’s driving disparities and design culturally and linguistically appropriate interventions.

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