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Are You at High Risk for Severe COVID-19? Here's What You Need to Know!
Published: Sep 17, 2023
Some people are at higher risk for severe COVID-19. Knowing these risk factors can help in taking timely precautions.
Who is at Risk?
Individuals over 50, those with chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, or compromised immune systems face higher risks. Unvaccinated people also have increased chances of severe illness.
Why Age Matters
Age significantly impacts COVID-19 severity. For instance, those aged 85 and above are 330 times more likely to die from COVID-19 compared to younger adults.
Role of Comorbidities
Conditions such as obesity, cancer, and respiratory diseases elevate the risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes. These comorbidities can complicate treatment and recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Older adults and those with chronic illnesses are considered high risk.
Older age significantly increases the risk of severe illness and death.
Diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory diseases increase risk.
Yes, unvaccinated individuals have a higher risk of severe illness.
The Bottom Line
Recognizing high-risk factors helps in taking proactive measures against COVID-19.
References
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Risk for COVID-19 infection, hospitalization, and death by age group.
- National Institute of Health. COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines: Clinical Spectrum of SARS-CoV-2 Infection.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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