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Coronavirus poses high risk to elderly and others with weak immune systems

A woman uses hand sanitizer before eating lunch, as coronavirus poses a challenge for nursing homes and the elderly.

Miriam Bago uses hand sanitizer before eating lunch . Source: AAP

While the vast majority of people who contract COVID-19 are expected to recover, some are at far more risk than others.. such as older people and those with pre-existing medical conditions.


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By Lin Evlin

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While the vast majority of people who contract COVID-19 are expected to recover, some are at far more risk than others.. such as older people and those with pre-existing medical conditions.



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