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There is no one way to address the coronavirus threat. The
state of Alaska has relatively few COVID-19 cases. But some vital modes
of transportation are already shut down and Native villages are working
on keeping potential virus exposures at bay.
It's a different story in urban centers that the U.S. Census says is
home to nearly seven out of every 10 Native Americans. In Los Angeles,
the Native population is large and diverse. Organizations like United
American Indian Involvement is helping elders
and others coping with a significant and growing health threat. We'll
hear the various ways leaders are tackling the coronavirus emergency to
suit the needs of their people.
Isolation because of the coronavirus doesn't stop the need to
raise awareness of a tragic statistic for Native people. May 5th is the
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and
Girls. Organizers are encouraging virtual walks,
candles in windows, and twitter campaigns to keep the light on the
disproportionate number of victimized Indigenous women and girls.
The COVID-19 pandemic axed the much-anticipated U.S. theater
release of the film, "Blood Quantum." The good news is audiences can now
see it online. The film is about a zombie outbreak near a Mi'gmaq
reserve in Canada. It's directed by First Nations
filmmaker, Jeff Barnaby and has a host of Native stars, including
Michael Greyeyes (Cree), Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers (Blackfoot and Sami),
Forrest Goodluck (Diné/Mandan/Hidatsa /Tsimshian) and Gary Farmer
(Cayuga/Tuscarora/Mohawk).
Expecting mothers face added anxiety because of the
coronavirus pandemic. They may be separated from their newborn if they
test positive for the virus or are showing symptoms. At the same time,
just going to a hospital to give birth increases the
chances of getting exposed to coronavirus. We'll get medical advice on
what precautions pregnant women can take and hear from those who facing
difficult decisions during their pregnancies. Have a question? Send us
an email at comments@nativeamericacalling.com.
The global COVID-19 pandemic generates fear and confusion for
a lot of people. As always, scam artists are ready with new and
creative ways to exploit people's fears and steal their money. The
Federal Trade Commission is coming down on marketers
who falsely claim to have COVID-19 cures. The agency is also warning
about phone calls from criminals pretending to be sick family members
needing money. We'll get reminders on how to protect yourself from the
latest frauds and scams.
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