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Coronacast Episode 05 – COVID-19 Poses a Threat to Native Americans; The Evolving Role of WHO in Pandemics
On this episode of Coronacast, Mikeala Sparks walks us through the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Native Americans. The Navajo Nation currently has the highest cases per capita in the US, and she explains how this crisis could be further exacerbated by an under-funded Indian Healthcare Service. Next, Chiamaka P. Ojiako traces the recent history of epidemics and pandemics, and the evolving role of the World Health Organization in crisis management. At the top of the episode, hosts Luisa and Rhea analyze this week’s COVID-19 milestones and the risks of reopening too soon.
TRANSCRIPT:0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa
0:38: Top news of the week
5:14: Mikeala Sparks on COVID-19 Poses a Threat to Native Americans
13:49 Chiamaka P. Ojiako on The evolving role of the World Health Organization in pandemics
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