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Teledentistry Could Expand Oral Healthcare Access in Latino Communities

“Lack of Latino dentists, lack of insurance, and high costs make dentistry inaccessible to Latino communities. Teledentistry may provide access and affordable options for underserved communities,” said study leader Dr. David Hayes-Bautista, a Distinguished Professor of Medicine and director of the Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture at UCLA.

Read More | August 10, 2020

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How California’s COVID-19 Surge Widens Health Inequalities for Black, Latino and Low-income Residents

US News published a commentary that referenced research by UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute and Arturo Bustamante, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health associate professor of health policy and management.

Read More | August 10, 2020

News Articles & Media Coverage → COVID-19

County Blacks, Latinos far more likely to die from coronavirus

Sonja Diaz, founding director of the policy initiative, said more needs to be done to protect residents. “We are now seven months into the pandemic, and we are starting to have clear information about the disproportionate health and economic impacts that communities of color are facing,’’ Diaz said. “It’s time to address the specific ways…

Read More | August 10, 2020

News Articles & Media Coverage → Democracy & Voting Rights

Protests in the long term: How is a lasting legacy cemented?

Chris Zepeda-Millán, a professor at UCLA in the departments of Chicana/o studies and public policy, credits the protests for stopping the bill and encouraging voter registration among Latinos. But he said the protests also intensified congressional polarization, dimming prospects for any immigration overhaul and citizenship for undocumented immigrants.

Read More | August 10, 2020

News Articles & Media Coverage → Democracy & Voting Rights

Biden reaches out to Latino voters with plan to tackle inequalities

With less than 100 days until the election, Biden’s campaign has ramped up its efforts to reach these voters. In recent weeks, the campaign has made several high-profile hires, including Julie Chavez Rodriguez, the granddaughter of Cesar Chavez, and Matt Barreto, the founder of Latino Decisions, a top Democratic polling firm. It also announced a $1m…

Read More | August 10, 2020

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