22% Of The World's Population At Increased Risk For Complications From COVID-19
- 4 years ago
Up to 22% of the world population suffers from a condition that places them at high risk of complications from COVID-19.
According to UPI, an analysis found that 1.7 billion people have underlying health conditions placing them at risk for illness.
Fewer than 5% of those under age 20 have an ailment or pre-existing condition that makes them vulnerable to the virus.
More than 66% of those 70 years old and older battle a condition placing them at risk.
23% of those among the working class, those aged 15 to 64 are estimated to have at least one underlying condition.
Up to 30% of Americans with chronic conditions have required hospitalization related to COVID-19.
According to UPI, an analysis found that 1.7 billion people have underlying health conditions placing them at risk for illness.
Fewer than 5% of those under age 20 have an ailment or pre-existing condition that makes them vulnerable to the virus.
More than 66% of those 70 years old and older battle a condition placing them at risk.
23% of those among the working class, those aged 15 to 64 are estimated to have at least one underlying condition.
Up to 30% of Americans with chronic conditions have required hospitalization related to COVID-19.