BMI is Associated with Coronavirus Disease 2019 Intensive Care Unit Admission in African Americans.

CONCLUSIONS: This study identified risk factors for severe disease in COVID-19, specifically in an African American population. Further inclusive research aimed at optimizing clinical care relevant to the African American population is critical to ensure an equitable response to COVID-19.
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Source: Obesity - August 3, 2020 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Alkhatib AL, Kreniske J, Zifodya JS, Fonseca V, Tahboub M, Khatib J, Denson JL, Lasky JA, Lefante JJ, Bojanowski CM Tags: Obesity (Silver Spring) Source Type: research