COVID 19 in Geriatric Patients in Vidharbha Region

Abstract

Introduction: Although all age groups are at risk of getting COVID-19, older people are at greater risk of developing serious illnesses as a result of the physical changes that come with aging and the onset of health symptoms Symptoms: Fever Cough Throat Throat Tiredness According to the current epidemiological evidence, patients with SARS-coV2 virus over the age of 80 are at greater risk of dying than younger patients, according to a study of Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) is a highly contagious disease caused by a novel coronavirus from Wuhan, China, was also recognized by the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses as acute acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) (ICTV). Aim: Covid-19 in geriatric patients in vidharbha region Materials and Methods: Covid 19 positive Patients went directly to the Observed Treatment in the Dept. of Medicine and Dept. of Respiratory, DMMC and SMHRC, Nagpur. Results: Recovery is usually slower and more difficult. Most of us are concerned about our elderly relatives who live far away from us. They can experience anxiety as a result of living alone, being on a fixed income or pension, no longer driving and unable to use public transportation, and having their regular health checkups postponed. They may also be suffering from undiagnosed or poorly treated depression. COVID-19 has exacerbated the concerns of millions of elderly people. Conclusion: We may also assist them by following the steps below. Ensure their medical supplies are stocked up.