Lung transplant patients in Saskatchewan are at a greater risk for contracting the novel coronavirus due to their compromised immune system.This is due to immunosuppressant medications that patients take to help prevent the rejection of a donor organ, especially during the first month after a transplant operation, health officials said.The solution, they say, is providing lung transplant recipients with virtual support at home during their recovery so they can avoid remaining in hospital during the pandemic. “Home health monitoring allows patients to be active participants in their care, helping to ensure better outcomes,” said Dr.