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New Orleans' Homeless Population; Tuberculosis Vaccine And COVID-19
ResumeNew Orleans has one of the highest coronavirus death rates per capita in the country, and the city's homeless population is especially vulnerable. Martha Kegel, executive director of Unity of Greater New Orleans, talks about efforts to house New Orleans' homeless during the outbreak. And, there is scientific evidence that an existing vaccine for tuberculosis could be somewhat effective against the coronavirus. We get some answers from Dr. Denise Faustman. That and more, in hour two of Here & Now's April 13, 2020, full broadcast. You can find more at hereandnow.org — and follow us on Twitter, Instagram or join the conversation on Facebook.
This program aired on April 13, 2020.