Women with polycystic ovary syndrome at significantly increased risk of COVID-19

https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-03/uob-wwp030921.php

 

News Release 9-Mar-2021
University of Birmingham

 

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are at a significantly increased risk of contracting COVID-19 than women without the condition, new research led by the University of Birmingham has revealed.

Researchers are now calling for healthcare policy to specifically encourage women with PCOS to adhere to COVID-19 infection control measures while the global pandemic continues.


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