New research warns that those who are obese are twice as likely to be hospitalized for COVID-19, even if they're in the typically low-risk under-60 age group.
reflux that may be affecting the respiratory system, which takes a hit from an infection like coronavirus," she said.
Basing analyses only on those people with symptoms severe enough to warrant medical attention is not sufficient, Katz said. Older age, obesity and chronic illness increase health risks in this pandemic, Katz said, calling for national policies that support a"stay safe and get healthier" campaign.
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