Could your diet decide your COVID fate? new study in seniors says yes

NCT ID NCT04672343

First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looked at whether nutritional status influences death risk in adults aged 70 and older hospitalized with COVID-19. Researchers compared patients with and without the virus to see if poor nutrition made outcomes worse. The goal was to better understand why older adults are more vulnerable to severe COVID-19.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chu Dijon Bourogne

    Dijon, 21000, France

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