VIDEO COVID Blood Types | Are they associated with severe illness?

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COVID Blood Types | Are they associated with severe illness? In a recent YouTube video presented by Dr. Keith Moran on his channel "Medicine with Dr. Moran," the relationship between blood types and COVID-19 severity was explored. The discussion stemmed from early research that suggested some blood types, particularly type A, might be linked to a higher risk of COVID-19 infection, while blood type O could offer some protective benefits.

Key Findings from the Video​

Dr. Moran began by addressing the early reports from China that indicated blood type A could correlate with increased susceptibility to the virus. Subsequent studies conducted in Italy and Spain seemed to echo these findings, associating blood type A with a higher risk of severe COVID-19, while blood type O was thought to be less susceptible. To validate these findings, a significant observational study conducted across Utah, Idaho, and Nevada was analyzed. This study compiled data from 24 hospitals and 215 clinics, involving nearly 108,000 individuals tested for COVID-19 from March to November 2020. Out of those, approximately 11,468 had positive PCR tests for COVID-19.

Results Overview​

1. Blood Type Distribution Among COVID-19 Patients:
   • Blood Type A: 39.6%
   • Blood Type B: 9%
   • Blood Type AB: 3.2%
   • Blood Type O: 48.1% These percentages mirrored those of the non-infected control group, suggesting that blood type did not significantly affect the likelihood of acquiring the virus.
2. Hospitalization Rates: The study (which encompassed hospitalization data) showed no significant discrepancies between blood types regarding hospitalization or ICU admission rates:
   • Blood Type A: 39% hospitalized
   • Blood Type B: 9%
   • Blood Type AB: 3%
   • Blood Type O: 48%
     

     Conclusion​

     Dr. Moran concluded his video by emphasizing that the large-scale study did not corroborate any distinct associations between blood types and susceptibility or severity of COVID-19. This finding is particularly significant as the studied population was predominantly of Northern European ancestry, which minimizes concerns about broader genetic diversity affecting the results.
     

     Community Engagement​

     This topic is not just scientifically intriguing; it resonates with many in the community who have pondered whether their blood type could influence their COVID-19 risk. What are your thoughts on the implications of blood types on health? Have you come across any other studies that provide differing perspectives? Share your insights below!​

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