There is no evidence that sleep apnea causes you to have a higher risk of getting the COVID-19. People who do have a higher risk for COVID-19 include:

• Older adults, especially in nursing homes
• Those who have serious medical disorders. These disorders include:
  • Heart disease
  • Diabetes
  • Lung disease
  • Kidney disease
• Those who have a medical disorder, or take a medication, that weakens the immune system
• Those who have had close contact with another person who has the COVID-19