Coronavirus those at high risk of getting infected revealed

The World Health Organization (WHO) and other health organizations have identified certain groups of people who are at higher risk of getting infected with the coronavirus (COVID-19). These groups include:

  1. Older adults (65 years and older): Older adults are at higher risk of developing severe illness and death from COVID-19.
  2. People with underlying health conditions: Those with underlying health conditions, such as:
    • Chronic lung disease (e.g., COPD, asthma)
    • Heart disease
    • Diabetes
    • Kidney disease
    • Liver disease
    • Weakened immune system (e.g., due to cancer, HIV/AIDS, or taking immunosuppressive medications)
  3. People with compromised immune systems: Those with compromised immune systems, such as:
    • Cancer patients
    • Organ transplant recipients
    • People taking immunosuppressive medications
  4. Pregnant women: Pregnant women are at higher risk of developing severe illness and death from COVID-19.
  5. Newborns and infants: Newborns and infants are at higher risk of developing severe illness and death from COVID-19.
  6. People with severe obesity: People with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher are at higher risk of developing severe illness and death from COVID-19.
  7. People who live in crowded or poorly ventilated areas: Those who live in crowded or poorly ventilated areas, such as:
    • Homeless shelters
    • Prisons
    • Nursing homes
    • Long-term care facilities
  8. Healthcare workers: Healthcare workers who are exposed to COVID-19 patients are at higher risk of getting infected.
  9. Travelers: Travelers, especially those who have visited areas with high transmission rates, are at higher risk of getting infected.
  10. People who have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19: Those who have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19 are at higher risk of getting infected.

It's important to note that anyone can get infected with COVID-19, regardless of their age or health status. However, these groups are at higher risk of developing severe illness and death from the virus.