Who Is Most Likely to Die From Coronavirus, According to CDC
https://news.yahoo.com/lifestyle/most-l ... 51032.htmlSince the first cases of COVID-19 were detected in Wuhan, China, in late December, medical experts have been attempting to decode the highly infectious and potentially deadly virus. One of the most curious aspects: it has the ability to completely ravage the bodies of some individuals, while others who are infected experience no symptoms at all.
Every week The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention collects comprehensive data detailing exactly who is getting the virus—as well as who is most likely to die from it. Read on, and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had Coronavirus.
In summary, older people, men, minorities and those with preexisting health conditions are the most likely to die from COVID-19, according to the CDC.
In total, since January 21 (when the first U.S. case was confirmed) there have been 11,465,722 new COVID-19 cases (165,087 new cases reported just yesterday) and 249,670 related deaths domestically (of which 1,836 were reported yesterday).
Alek Korab
Sat, November 21, 2020, 6:01 AM CST
Since the first cases of COVID-19 were detected in Wuhan, China, in late December, medical experts have been attempting to decode the highly infectious and potentially deadly virus. One of the most curious aspects: it has the ability to completely ravage the bodies of some individuals, while others who are infected experience no symptoms at all.
Every week The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention collects comprehensive data detailing exactly who is getting the virus—as well as who is most likely to die from it. Read on, and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had Coronavirus.
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Who is Dying From COVID-19?
Two professional doctors in blue medical uniform standing in front of each other in hospital corridor and looking thoughtful
Two professional doctors in blue medical uniform standing in front of each other in hospital corridor and looking thoughtful
In summary, older people, men, minorities and those with preexisting health conditions are the most likely to die from COVID-19, according to the CDC.
In total, since January 21 (when the first U.S. case was confirmed) there have been 11,465,722 new COVID-19 cases (165,087 new cases reported just yesterday) and 249,670 related deaths domestically (of which 1,836 were reported yesterday).
"Surveillance at all levels of government, and its continued modernization, is critical for monitoring COVID-19 trends and identifying groups at risk for infection and severe outcomes," the CDC explains. "These findings highlight the continued need for community mitigation strategies, especially for vulnerable populations, to slow COVID-19 transmission."
Even if people over 65+ count for only 14.6% of reported COVID cases, they count for a staggering 80% of COVID deaths. In comparison, young people between ages 18 and 29 count for a notable 23.8%—almost a quarter of cases—but only 0.5% deaths. In the light of this data, the CDC's dramatic warning against all Thanksgiving travel could be seen as an attempt to protect the most vulnerable group.
What are they doing about it over there? Do they have a vaccine? If so would it be shared with the rest of the planet? There's something rotten in Denmark!
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