[chroem-]

I suppose that explains why a lot (most?) of the people who died also suffered from high blood pressure.

[epmaybe]

No, I think that's just the fact that most of the people who died were older with lots of comorbidities, like high blood pressure, diabetes, COPD, etc

[rolph]

it doesnt explain it, but it is something worth chasing to its end for a possible therapeutic benefit.

its does suggest that such comorbidities such as high blood pressure or existing lung disorder disease or other wellness impairment ---

--- could contribute to mortality