Increased Risk of COVID-19 Infection in People with Depression: Evidence from Analysis of SHARE’s Corona Surveys
2024
Increased Risk of COVID-19 Infection in People with Depression
publication
Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): He Xiaona, Gao Wei
Primary Institution: Nanchang University
Hypothesis
Is there an association between pre-existing depression and COVID-19 infection risk among middle-aged and older Europeans during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Conclusion
Individuals with pre-existing depression have a higher risk of COVID-19 infection.
Supporting Evidence
- Individuals with pre-existing depression had an increased risk for COVID-19 infection.
- Obesity increased the risk of COVID-19 infection among individuals with depression.
- Unvaccinated individuals with depression had a higher risk than vaccinated individuals.
Takeaway
People who are sad or depressed are more likely to get sick with COVID-19, especially if they are not vaccinated.
Methodology
A population-based retroprospective longitudinal study using data from the Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE).
Participant Demographics
Respondents 50 years and older from 26 European countries and Israel.
Statistical Information
P-Value
< 0.0001
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.28-1.79
Statistical Significance
p<0.0001
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