The recently released Latino Health Assessment for Santa Clara County reveals significant health disparities faced by its Latino population, which constitutes about 25% of residents. The report highlights alarming rates of gun violence, obesity, and deaths from chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease disproportionately affecting Latinos. Supervisor Sylvia Arenas described the findings as validation of the public health crisis experienced by these communities, exacerbated by systemic barriers, lower wages, and limited access to healthcare. The report highlights how Latinos face worse health outcomes and suggests a need for increased funding and attention to address these disparities.
Santa Clara County's Latino population has faced devastating health disparities in recent years, with higher rates of gun violence, obesity, and chronic diseases than the county averages.
The report highlights how Latino communities in the county are disproportionately impacted by violence, poverty, and systemic barriers, leading to significant health challenges.
Sylvia Arenas emphasizes that the public health crisis experienced by Latinos reflects broader issues of invisibility and lack of funding for marginalized communities.
The data reveals stark differences in health insurance coverage, with 88% of Latinos ages 19 to 64 insured compared to 94% of the overall population.
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