Concerns mount in communities of color over COVID-19 vaccine distribution
For many African American seniors, they say churches are a trusted spot. Some are asking health officials to bring clinics to churches to help those hardest hit. Author: CARESSE JACKMAN (WSMV) Updated: 6:12 PM EST January 28, 2021
NASHVILLE, Tenn. Minority communities continue to be the hardest hit by COVID-19, and many in the Black community said they re having a hard time, not just signing up for the vaccine.
One man told NBC affiliate WSMV in Nashville he is worried about where the vaccine is being distributed, especially for seniors.
62-year-old Ray Crockett from Murfreesboro is very concerned about the vaccine distribution rollout. He said he s happy that the Biden Administration is now in charge, but wants to know specifically how they plan on targeting communities of color that are hardest hit by the pandemic.