Racial disparities persist in vaccinations
In states such as South Carolina and Tennessee, where IHS access is more limited and Native residents are more likely to live in urban areas, vaccination rates are far lower than for White residents
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May 24, 2021
Cherokee Nation citizen Betty Frogg receives a COVID-19 vaccine on Dec. 17, 2020. The Cherokee Nation dedicated early coronavirus vaccines to front-line health care workers and Cherokee language speakers. (Photo courtesy of Cherokee Nation)
In states such as South Carolina and Tennessee, where IHS access is more limited and Native residents are more likely to live in urban areas, vaccination rates are far lower than for White residents
Charles holds a doctorate of health science from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida, and a master of science in pharmacy from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. She also holds a master s in public administration and a bachelor of science degree in health service administration from the University of Central Florida in Orlando.
“It is with great excitement that I join the city of Framingham’s robust public health team,” Charles said in a statement. “As I seek to work closely with all, especially in today’s challenging public health climate, I seek to lead the team with multi-faceted public health approaches based on interventions, preventative health models, effective collaborations, and partnership with diverse communities. I hope to increase access and address the multiple determinants that affect our overall health toward a comprehensive health-related quality of life for all within the city of Framingham.”