*Coronavirus: Who Is Particularly At Risk And Why? DW (News from Germany)

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https://www.democraticunderground.com/1016249394

X-post from Editorials.

[Warpy]

1. My own age group is 8% mortality.

Things that increase those odds are being male, having cardiovascular diseas, hypertension, diabetes, or chronic lung disease like COPD.

Chronic steroid use also raises the odds, as do immunosuppressant medications for autoimmune disease like RA or Crohn's. If you're on those medications, you might want to talk to your doctor about alternate treatment while the crisis persists.

And wish us luck because undoubtedly, some of us won't be here in November to vote against the Presidunce.

[appalachiablue]

2. Thanks, impt. info. I know someone with Colitis, I'll pass this

along although he's very good about being on top of treatment and meds.

Take care & stay well.

[Warpy]

3. You too

I have a doctor appointment in mid April. I should be able to hunker down until then and longer than that if I'm not too fussy about what I'm eating.

[appalachiablue]

4. The time will pass & spring coming up is good for all. Best!