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Why is COVID-19 Hitting Men Harder Than Women?

Prof Dr Sanjay Rampal, Epidemiologist, Universiti Malaya

19-May-20 14:30

Why is COVID-19 Hitting Men Harder Than Women?

Studies show that on top of affecting people above a certain age or with underlying health conditions, COVID-19 also seems to be striking men harder than women. We discuss the findings of these studies as well as interview an epidemiologist on why this virus appears to be sexist. 

Produced by: Dashran Yohan

Presented by: Sharmilla Ganesan, Dashran Yohan


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