The new ways in which it is spreading is among younger people who have mild or no symptoms and are unaware they are infected. In the US, young people, especially those aged 20-29 years old, represent 20% of new cases. “While many young people won’t become ill or require an ICU bed, they are not immune to developing the serious effects of COVID-19,” she said.

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