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The shift in terminology from "pre-existing conditions" to "comorbidities" is analyzed as a narrative tactic to obscure health disparities. The hosts discuss why Black communities are specifically targeted for vaccine outreach, attributing it to the high cultural influence of "Black Twitter" and Black celebrities. They argue that the medical industry views Black Americans as the ultimate "OG influencers" for the rest of the population.
Public health officials faced a dilemma in reporting that certain racial groups were more susceptible to COVID-19 due to pre-existing comorbidities. The fear of appearing racist or "singling out" a community led to a self-censoring process that delayed the delivery of vital health information. This victimization mentality is argued to be as harmful as actual racism, preventing the implementation of targeted health platforms by major political parties.
Dr. Oliver Brooks appears on Roland Martin’s show to discuss how COVID-19 could devastate the African American community due to poor healthcare access and high rates of comorbidities. The hosts criticize the segment for politicizing the health crisis to influence the black vote.
