Health Advisory for Elderly Population of India during COVID-19

May 7, 20210

Globally, COVID-19 has impacted several lives and is steadily increasing its reach. While Indian Government has taken stringent actions to contain the spread of COVID-19, including nation-wide lock down, it is also critical for each one of us to follow the protocols and take necessary measures and precautions to break the chain of transmission of the disease. Elderly people are at a higher risk of COVID-19 infection due to their decreased immunity and body reserves, as well as multiple associated comorbidities like diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Also, course of disease tends to be more severe in case of elder lies resulting in higher mortality.However, COVID-19 transmission among elderly population can be reduced by taking foll...