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Review of potential risk groups for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

M Naveed1, M Naeem2, M Ur Rahman3

  • 1Institute of Microbiology, School of Life Sciences, Lanzhou University, Tianshui Road No. 222, Lanzhou, 730000, China.

New Microbes and New Infections
|February 22, 2021
PubMed

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This review identifies high-risk groups for coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19), including older adults and those with comorbidities. Recommendations like vaccination and lockdowns aim to reduce severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) transmission.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), presents a significant global health challenge.
  • Older adults and individuals with underlying health conditions (comorbidities) face increased risks of severe illness and mortality from COVID-19.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify specific populations at higher risk for COVID-19.
  • To outline strategies for mitigating community transmission of SARS-CoV-2.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes existing research on COVID-19 risk factors and transmission.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data to pinpoint vulnerable groups.

Main Results:

  • High-risk groups include healthcare workers, smokers, older adults, travelers, and pregnant women.
  • Patients with cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, respiratory illness, and cancer are at elevated risk for severe COVID-19 outcomes and mortality.

Conclusions:

  • Targeted interventions and protective measures are crucial for diminishing the threat of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
  • Recommendations include vaccination, consistent hand hygiene with sanitizers, and adherence to lockdown measures to break the chain of transmission.

Keywords:
Cardiovascular diseasecoronavirus diseasediabeteshypertensionsevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2

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