There were 5,254 people in their thirties who in the United States tested positive for COVID-19 during the week ending January 15, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Out of those who provided figures, 52 individuals were hospitalized and three were admitted to the ICU.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association stated that in the United States, children represent about 9 percent of all COVID-19 cases. The Mayo Clinic points out that children of all ages can contract COVID-19 but most don’t become as ill as adults and some show no symptoms at all.
Figures are accurate as of March 20.
Positive tests per age group
| Age group | Number Positive |
|---|---|
| 0 – 9 Years | 2,137 |
| 10 – 19 Years | 3,855 |
| 20 – 29 Years | 5,916 |
| 30 – 39 Years | 5,254 |
| 40 – 49 Years | 4,799 |
| 50 – 59 Years | 4,855 |
| 60 – 69 Years | 3,705 |
| 70 – 79 Years | 2,139 |
| 80+ Years | 1,318 |
