People with Down syndrome more likely to die of COVID-19

People with Down syndrome are 10 times more likely to die of COVID-19 or complications related to the virus.

This is because the genetic disorder is also associated with immune dysfunction and other health conditions.

The community of Bonteheuwel in Cape Town is mourning the death of a beloved young woman with Down syndrome who passed away this week.

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Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has denied claims that he breached the reintroduced Level 3 lockdown restrictions this week, just days after Cyril Ramaphosa made the bombshell announcement.

The political heavyweight attended a mass gathering to celebrate his son’s wedding – but it seems he at least has a leg to stand on, here. Learn more

Source: eNCA

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