Risk factors are some elements that can increase the chance of developing a disease. COVID-19 also has many risk factors, although they may not have the same effect.
What Is the Main Risk Factor for COVID-19?
The SARS-CoV-2 virus doesn’t affect everyone in the same way. In general, age is considered the strongest factor for COVID-19. According to a study published in August 2020 in The Journal of Infection, male smokers aged 65 and older might have a greater risk of developing critical illness and death after being infected by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. In addition, having serious underlying health problems can also significantly increase the risk of developing severe COVID-19 symptoms and death, regardless of the patient’s age. …
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