Why Some People Never Become Infected With COVID-19

Immunity is very much linked to several aspects of our character, including our daily habits, stress levels, and even how honest we are

Leukocytes attack the virus in the immune system. Yurchanka Siarhei/Shutterstock

With the ongoing surge of COVID-19 infections in China, many are shocked by its scale and worried about a potential new wave hitting the rest of the world.

Let’s take a close look into the factors that affect our antiviral immunity, and how to better protect yourself if another wave hits where you live.

Some People Never Get Infected by Viruses

Looking at pandemics throughout history, one can’t ignore the impact of the Black Death, which swept across Europe and reduced the population by more than half in some areas. Yet, some people never got sick.