Regardless of Age, Obesity and Hypertension Increase Risks With COVID-19

Older age has consistently been associated with higher mortality in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Unfortunately, as shown by Cunningham et al in this issue of JAMA Internal Medicine, COVID-19 does not spare young people. Using a national all-payer hospital database, the investigators identified 3222 nonpregnant adults aged 18 to 34 years who were admitted to US hospitals for COVID-19. Morbidity was substantial: 21% required intensive care, and 2.7% died. Mortality was higher among those who had obesity, hypertension, and male sex, as has been noted in general adult populations.
Source: JAMA Internal Medicine - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research