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Caring for Miners During the Coronavirus Disease‐2019 (COVID‐19) Pandemic

Description
Highlights the particular vulnerabilities of miners in the Southwestern U.S. to COVID-19. Discusses preexisting conditions, such as COPD, as well as issues related to access to care.
Author(s)
Akshay Sood, Charles Pollard, Kyla Le Suer, Kevin Vlahovich, Jolene Walker
Citation
Journal of Rural Health, 37(1), 165-168
Date
01/2021
Tagged as
COVID-19 · Chronic respiratory conditions · Health disparities · Occupational health and safety · Public health · New Mexico