October 15, 2020 — The research provides further evidence that blood type (also known as blood group) may play a role in a person’s susceptibility to infection and their chance of having a severe bout of the disease.
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People with blood type O may have lower risk of COVID-19 infection and severe illness, two new studies suggest
ByKelley Wheeler
Oct 15, 2020
By Kelley Wheeler
Kelley Wheeler is a Metro reporter covering political issues and general assignments. A second-generation journalist, worked with all major news outlet, she holds a vast expeirience. Kelley is a graduate of USC with degrees in journalism and English literature. She is a recipient of Yale’s Poynter Fellowship in Journalism.