Data on COVID-19 cases and deaths by race and ethnicity has been analyzed, revealing disparities in the impact of the pandemic on different racial and ethnic groups. Some studies suggest that children of color and certain racial and ethnic minority groups have been disproportionately affected by severe COVID-19 and related illnesses. The extent and nature of these disparities are still being studied, with some outlets noting the importance of collecting and analyzing racial and ethnic data to understand and address pandemic-related inequities.