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Here's how your gut microbiome can affect the severity of COVID-19 infections

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The microbiome helps to control inflammation and supports immune function. Image: Unsplash/fusion_medical_animation

Samuel White
Senior Lecturer in Genetic Immunology, Nottingham Trent University
Philippe Wilson
Professor of One Health, Nottingham Trent University
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The composition of our gut bacteria may affect our risk of secondary infections from COVID-19, such as pneumonia. Image: Unsplash/CDC

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