Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Some of these medical conditions include heart disease, diabetes, asthma, lung conditions or disease, and HIV. For anyone living with health issues, the impact of lockdowns and home quarantine in daily living and managing chronic illnesses during a pandemic are significant concerns. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, public health emergencies and major …
Author: Lace Llanora
→Lace Llanora is a writer at The Health Room by American Medical ID. She can also be found engaging with our online community to help spread awareness of different medical conditions that require having a medical ID.
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