Lashawna Tolliver Fights the Coronavirus--Oral History

Lashawna Tolliver Fights the Coronavirus--Oral History

Lashawna Tolliver of Milwaukee experienced the physical and mental strains associated with the Coronavirus. Her diagnosis struggles and journey of recovery resonates with many in her demographic. Some members of the African American community believed early information about the virus that has since been discredited ( see: https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/coronavirus-cameroonian-student/ . "Did Chinese Doctors Confirm that African People are Genetically Resistant to Coronavirus?" Accessed April 22, 2020), however that initial false understanding may have factored in the actions of some individuals . In this video, she explains her struggles with the Coronavirus, along with offering some suggestions on safer practices based on her observations within her community and her personal experiences navigating the virus.

Kitonga Alexander

April 26, 2020

Kitonga Alexander

Kitonga Alexander

Lashawna Tolliver