COVID-19 was the second leading cause of death in Los Angeles County in the first six months of 2022, illustrating the outsized impact the pandemic has had on mortality rates
A confluence of respiratory illnesses has some California officials warning of a possible triple threat that could strain healthcare systems.causes of death during the pandemic.
likely helped suppress the spread of the disease until fatigue with such social distancing measures helped fuel a severe autumn-and-winter surge.also looked at the death rate from all causes and found that more people have been dying overall from all reasons compared to before the pandemic. The significant reduction in the death rate between the first halves of 2021 and 2022 “is likely because this past winter, we had more tools to prevent severe illness that included boosters, [rapid coronavirus] testing and therapeutics,” Ferrer said.After a pandemic-induced lull, influenza is being detected at increased levels for this time of year in Southern California.
By comparison, the death rate for all causes rose among those age 50 to 64 by 12%, for ages 65 to 79 by 15% and for those 80 and older by 7%.
Argentina Últimas Noticias, Argentina Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
Katy Perry Votes Rick Caruso for Los Angeles Mayor: 'Los Angeles Is a Hot Mess'Pop star Katy Perry made good on her endorsement of Rick Caruso for Los Angeles Mayor by voting for him over far-left candidate Karen Bass.
Leer más »
Cook County residents urged to get COVID booster, flu shot ahead of holidaysCook County health officials Sunday announced a new awareness campaign aimed at getting suburban residents to stay up to date with their COVID and flu vaccinations ahead of the holiday season.
Leer más »
Counting down to midterm elections in Los Angeles CountyThe midterm elections are on Tuesday, with significant races taking place in Los Angeles, including the mayoral race and campaign for LA County Sheriff.
Leer más »
A Winner in California Takes Record $2 Billion Powerball Jackpot After DelayBreaking: A winner in California took the record $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot after a 10-hour delay. Lottery officials didn’t say who won the prize.
Leer más »