Language
English (en)
Publication Date
11-2025
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic has had wide ranging effects on people of all ages. In many respects, older people had the same experiences as younger people, but there were some aspects of the pandemic unique to the older population. While COVID-19 cases have been equal among different age groups, older people experienced a greater number of hospitalizations and deaths compared to younger people.
Document Type
Brief
Recommended Citation
Dinman, M., & Van Vleck, M. (2025). The COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on older people. Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging at Washington University In St. Louis [Issue brief #2025.05]. https://doi.org/10.7936/ew7q-9a92
Comments
Issue Brief #2025.05