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“These numbers are not OK with us,” she said. Nationally, Blacks and Latinos are experiencing the worst outcomes, with a higher percentage being hospitalized or dying from the disease. There are signs of significant vaccine disparities throughout the country, according to data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The state announced earlier this month that Delaware would expand its COVID-19 vaccine distribution program to better target communities of color. This includes working with the Wilmington Housing Authority to vaccinate residents age 65 and older who live in high-rises for older adults, officials said. Some pharmacies received 4,000 doses this past week with the purpose of vaccinating traditionally underserved communities. ....