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Mass General Brigham | Integrated Health Care System

Obesity May Increase Susceptibility to Contracting COVID-19

Mass General Brigham | Integrated Health Care System
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A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham has found that obesity may be an important risk factor for infection from the virus that causes COVID-19 .

Individuals with obesity were 34% more likely to become COVID positive after reported exposure than individuals without obesity.

The researchers hope the study serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining good health and reducing risk.

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94

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34

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formal

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English

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70

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long-living

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