CDC applauded for adding mental illness as an underlying condition for higher COVID-19 risk
Top executives From 16 Major mental health organizations recently applauded the CDC for adding mental illnesses to its list of underlying medical conditions associated with higher risk for severe COVID-19 Last Thursday's updated guidance from the CDC reflects the lengthy body of research confirming the additional risk from these conditions. Research has found schizophrenia in particular is second only to age as the greatest risk factor for COVID-19 death. Additionally, other