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Scientists discover why obesity increases risk from COVID-19

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Obesity is a significant risk factor for COVID-19 patients

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A study of nearly seven million patients in the UK shows people with obesity are much more likely to have severe COVID-19.

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A study of nearly seven million patients in the UK shows people with obesity are much more likely to have severe COVID-19.

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