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COVID Deaths Surge: Undocumented Immigrants Hit Hardest

7/25/2025

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A California study uncovers alarming disparities in COVID-19 deaths, revealing undocumented immigrants suffered a staggering 55% increase, while documented immigrants faced 22% and U.S.-born citizens just 12%. Latino essential workers were hit hardest, with a shocking 91% rise in mortality, underscoring the urgent need to address public health inequities tied to immigration status.

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A California study uncovers alarming disparities in COVID-19 deaths, revealing undocumented immigrants suffered a staggering 55% increase, while documented immigrants faced 22% and U.S.-born citizens just 12%. Latino essential workers were hit hardest, with a shocking 91% rise in mortality, underscoring the urgent need to address public health inequities tied to immigration status.