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Older adults appear to be twice as likely to have serious #COVID19 illness. Take everyday precautions to reduce your risk of exposure: •Avoid close contact with people who are sick •Wash your hands often •Avoid touching your face, nose & eyes https://bit.ly/2TY8Bqo pic.twitter.com/csEUNDYaNf

COVID-19: What Older Adults Need To Know

CDC’s Dr. Jay Butler shares how older adults and people who have severe chronic medical conditions can reduce risk of serious illness from COVID-19.

9:33 AM - 17 Mar 2020

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1. TheHonorableDOR ‏ @DOR43964 Mar 17
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  Older than what?
  
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1. Joanne Lipham Smith‏ @JoanneLipham Mar 17
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  60 and over.
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