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Impact of COVID-19 on Elderly
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Article, Medical News Today
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COVID-19 hits eldery the hardest compared to other age groups. Group homes for the elderly are almost comparable to those in the hospital, not only risking other eldery but also workers. A common issue in homes are those who have dementia or alzheimers makes it difficult to stop the spread. Elderly are often being refused care in favor of those with COVID-19 as they can make more money this way.
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ASU, HST485, #Over60, elderly, ageism, group homes
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https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/the-impact-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-on-older-adults
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Article written by Ana Sandoiu and Fact checked by Catherine Carver
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2020-05-19