Underlying medical conditions associated with high risk for severe COVID-19 : information for healthcare providers

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• Corporate Authors:
  National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
• Description:
  Updated May 13, 2021
  
  This webpage provides an evidence-based resource for healthcare providers caring for patients with underlying medical conditions who are at higher risk of developing severe outcomes of COVID-19. Severe outcomes are defined as hospitalization, admission to the intensive care unit (ICU), intubation or mechanical ventilation, or death. This page summarizes data from preprinted and published studies that were included in a literature review conducted by subject-matter experts. The summary of information reflects current evidence regarding underlying medical conditions and is intended to help healthcare providers make informed decisions about patient care and increasing the awareness of risk among their patients.
  
  This page is distinct from the People with Certain Medical Conditions webpage which is intended for the general public.
  
  
• Content Notes:
  Purpose -- Background -- Actions providers can take -- Key findings from two large studies -- Summary of conditions with evidence -- Additional resources,
• Subjects:
  Coronavirus Infections COVID-19 Risk Factors Vulnerable Populations
• Document Type:
  Webpage
• Collection(s):
  Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library
• Main Document Checksum:
  urn:sha256:59c86b69c45cdeecef94479a922e8aab4397198ae7738cda770de41a4d37d10b
• Download URL:
  https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/106172/cdc_106172_DS1.pdf
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