Do It For Them | Covid-19 Risk

If you get sick with COVID-19, your grandchild will miss your overly loud “Bravo!”.

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COVID-19 remains a risk—especially for certain populationsCOVID-19 continues to present a significant risk to all—with more hospitalizations than flu across all age groups.

Of hospitalized adults 65 years and older

90%

had multiple underlying conditions (January-August 2023)

As of March 2024

~75%

of all COVID-19-related deaths occurred in adults aged 65 years or older

Of adults in the US

75%

have underlying conditions that increase their risk for severe COVID-19 complications

Adults with underlying conditions have

2-4x

higher risk of developing severe COVID-19 illness vs. those without any conditions

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COVID-19 is the leading cause of respiratory infectious disease leading to hospitalizations and deaths, no matter your age or health condition. It’s important to talk to your doctor about its risks. To protect yourself, find a vaccine near you and stay up-to-date with your vaccinations.

Severe COVID: What puts you at risk?COVID-19 can cause severe illness for anyone, but the risk is even greater for high-risk groups. Those 65 and older, or with certain health conditions, are more likely to face serious outcomes. People with certain conditions are at a higher risk of hospitalization. When compared to those without these conditions, the likelihood of hospitalization increases.