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The Dual Role of Aging and the Immune Response to Respiratory Viral Infections: Potential Implications for COVID-19

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the rates of COVID-19-related hospitalization and death consistently increase with age, with rates among individuals 85 and older being significantly higher than in younger groups. This stark statistic highlights the critical role of aging and the immune response to respiratory viral infections, with significant implications for COVID-19.