Background
Louisiana's Hispanic/Latinx population is a diverse community that has experienced significant growth in recent years. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted racial and ethnic minority groups, including Hispanics/Latinx, who often face disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. This study aims to investigate the impact and potential disparities of COVID-19 infection among the Hispanic/Latinx community in Northwest Louisiana.

Methods
A cross-sectional survey was conducted between June 2022 and March 2023. A total of 242 participants were recruited and asked to complete a structured questionnaire. Eligible participants included individuals above 18 years old who identified as Hispanic or Latinx and resided in Northwest Louisiana. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS Version 28 with a statistical significance level set at p < 0.05. Descriptive statistics were utilized to summarize and compare the characteristics of the overall sample, while Pearson’s Chi-squared tests were used to identify risk factors.

Results
The average age of the participants was 42.2 years, 64.7% were female, 56.6% were born in Mexico, 37.7% had attained high school education, 54.1% did not speak English, 61.3% were married, and 51.1% were below the poverty level. Approximately 80% of the study participants had access to COVID-19 testing, with 44.3% receiving testing in a clinical or hospital setting. Among the study participants, 53.6% had been infected with COVID-19. Of those infected, more than half (50.4%) did not receive medical care from a clinic or hospital. Additionally, 63.9% personally knew someone who had suffered severe illness due to COVID-19, and 68% expressed concern about contracting the virus. Factors associated with increased risk of COVID-19 infection included being female, having limited English proficiency, living with 3 or more people, obesity, and asthma.

Conclusion
This cross-sectional survey offers insights into the impact and disparities experienced by the Hispanic/Latinx population in Northwest Louisiana during the COVID-19 pandemic. These findings can aid in implementing prevention measures, resource allocation, and targeted interventions to reduce the risk of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases among minority communities, particularly Hispanics/Latinx.

Disparities and risk factors of COVID-19 infection among Hispanic/Latinx in northwest Louisiana: A Cross-Sectional Study

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