COVID mortality trending older, with 9 in 10 deaths in adults aged 65 and older
People aged 65 and older accounted for approximately 90% of US COVID-19 deaths in October, although they represent 16% of the population.
Source: mcknights.com
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People aged 65 and older accounted for approximately 90% of US COVID-19 deaths in October, although they represent 16% of the population.
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