Greater LA
Angelenos 65+ and coronavirus
People ages 65 and up are most vulnerable to the novel coronavirus. Health officials are telling them to not go outside, and to practice social distancing. But some are defying regulations and aren’t staying home. Others are feeling isolated.
By Steve Chiotakis • • 25m ListenPeople ages 65 and up are most vulnerable to the novel coronavirus. Health officials are telling them to not go outside, and to practice social distancing. But some are defying regulations and aren’t staying home. Others are feeling isolated. What can folks do to help this sector of the population?
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