Data from the United Kingdom confirm that males, older people, and those with underlying health conditions have a higher risk of COVID-19 death.
They also indicate that black, Asian, and ethnic minority individuals also face a heightened risk not entirely explained by preexisting health factors.
In working to find the best strategies to curb the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have been asking a key question for prevention: Who is most at risk of severe outcomes if they develop COVID-19?
Existing evidence has suggested that the people most likely to face a higher risk of COVID-19 death are older males (over 50 years), especially if they have a chronic underlying health condition, such as cardiovascular problems or diabetes.