The physiologic response to COVID-19 infection varies.
This may be secondary to viral virulence factors. More likely, variation reflects our differing (genetic) immune responses to viral antigens (cytokine storms) and heightened susceptibility from underlying chronic conditions (diabetes mellitus, respiratory conditions and advanced age).
Here is my soundbite for Radio IQ NPR, Richmond, VA. Another soundbite on the topic is available via this link.
