Older adults [Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)]

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Older adults [Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)]

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June 25, 2020
By National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.

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National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
Description:

Among adults, the risk for severe illness from COVID-19 increases with age, with older adults at highest risk. Severe illness means that the person with COVID-19 may require hospitalization, intensive care, or a ventilator to help them breathe, or they may even die.
Content Notes:

Reduce your risk of getting COVID-19 -- Venturing out into a public setting? What to consider before you go -- Are you considering in-person visits with family and friends? -- If you are thinking about participating in an event or gathering -- Stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic -- Digital Resources -- More Information.
Subjects:

Aged Coronavirus Infections COVID-19 Pneumonia, Viral Risk Factors
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Webpage
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Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library
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urn:sha256:199168895786edd4fa0a49047bad7e16caed5b994c6c79d95c150f747f1342db
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https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/89838/cdc_89838_DS1.pdf
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[PDF - 1008.34 KB ]

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