Mines Are Hotspots for Spreading Covid-19, Study Finds

The Guardian

Mining sites around the world, including in the U.S., have become hotspots for the spread of coronavirus, with approximately 4,000 mine workers in 18 countries testing positive, a new report warns. The study is the latest that shows the dual threats vulnerable populations, including farm workers and those living in low-income communities, face from Covid-19 and climate change.

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