Immunity and aging
An important factor of the immunity system is to build the new cells and antibodies to kill the arrival of any dangerous or infectious substances inside the human body. But, the immune system starts slowing down with aging and becomes less responsive to such viruses. Right now the whole world mass is facing the virus called ‘Corona’ other name Covid-19 which is affecting the respiratory system till death becomes the end result.
According to a myth, the Covid-19 is affecting more the older adults which are somehow true as the aging start slowing down the immunity system. But there are some cases been seen on recovery from this virus at an older age. It is only because of the strong immunity system. At the same time maintain social distance has become the topmost priority especially for senior citizens.
Coronavirus analytics for old people cases
This pandemic has badly hit senior citizens’ physical and mental health. Most of them are already suffering from several health issues like cardiac, hypertension, respiratory imbalance, diabetics, and many more. The nature of this virus becomes more effective on such low immunity holder bodies and can easily spread its roots inside the human body as the antibodies are lacking.
As a result it becomes more difficult to fight against this virus with a weak immunity system. According to the status of April 2020 updated by the ‘World health Organization’, 95% of deaths caused by Covid-19 were 60 years and above aged people. In Sweden, 90% of deaths occurred among people who are 70 years old and above.
According to the data in the month of March from the ‘Chinese Centers for disease control and Prevention’ was given that 14.8% of deaths took place among people of 80 years old and above.
The Regional Director of WHO for Europe Dr. Hans Henry P. Kluge said, ‘’Older adults are at a significantly increased risk of severe disease following infection from COVID-19’’.
Build the immunity system stronger with age
The impact of Coronavirus in human is increasing day by day. The Coronavirus vaccine is still not confirmed by the serum scientists. But till then building a strong immune system can help to survive this pandemic. At the young age immunity system itself responds very well, but when the aging starts it becomes weak. The main motto of this virus is to weaken the immune system for the final breakdown. Thus, it is better to start taking care of building a strong immunity system.
Get enough sleep, have healthy food that includes Vitamin-C, D, A, K; do regular exercise to keep the body active, avoid drinking alcohol and smoking, stay away from unnecessary stress, lower sugar intakes and last but not the least drinks lots of water for staying hydrated. As for the precautions wear a mask every time going out, use sanitizer and maintain social distance are ideal for now.
