Addressing Equity through COVID-19 Response: Communications Approaches in States

This commentary features insights from state health agencies and health insurance marketplaces that have actively identified opportunities to conduct outreach in communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

Nationally, data show that communities of color are at an increased risk of experiencing severe illness and death if infected with COVID-19; face increased challenges accessing COVID-19 testing and treatment; and experience greater financial and health risks associated with COVID-19.