Coronavirus is taking 'different path' in Africa due to age differences

Coronavirus appears to be taking a 'different pathway' in Africa compared with the rest of the world, WHO has said

"Africa is the youngest continent demographically with more than 60% of the population under the age of 25. Older adults have a significantly increased risk of developing a severe illness. In Europe nearly 95% of deaths occurred in those older than 60 years", the WHO added.

And despite"significant progress in testing", rates of testing in Africa remain low in comparison to other countries.

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