Obesity And COVID-19

May 30, 2020

There are many reasons why the dangers of COVID-19 seemed to sneak up on the U.S. Perhaps one of the most compelling reasons why COVID-19 did not initially raise alarms was the idea that it only impacted people of advanced age, with multiple conditions, or who were considered medically fragile. However, as we are becoming better acquainted with this virus and how it impacts our population, it is highlighting one of our nation’s most prevalent health concerns: obesity.

As more Americans are becoming ill with COVID-19, obesity is now proving to be a significant risk factor for severe complications, often without the presence of any other conditions or risk factors. Here's what you can do now to help your employees.

Read the Advisory (PDF)