The disproportionate role Black women play in health care is a reflection of values and culture, nurse Stephanie Bumba and other members of Quebec's Black community say. But that rich tradition of caring for others has placed a burden on Black Quebec households during the pandemic.
MONTREAL When 26-year-old nurse Stephanie Bumba looks at herself in the mirror wearing her uniform, she feels pride and sees a past she wants to honour.
MONTREAL - When 26-year-old nurse Stephanie Bumba looks at herself in the mirror wearing her uniform, she feels pride and sees a past she wants to honour.
The disproportionate role Black women play in health care is a reflection of values and culture, but that rich tradition of caring for others has placed a burden on their households during the pandemic with a higher rates of COVID-19 infection compared with the general public, research indicates.