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This meta-analysis of observational studies found that overweight and obese individuals were significantly more about 33% more likely to get pneumonia, but less likely to die from pneumonia compared to normal weight individuals. BMC Med. 2014 Apr 10;12(1):61    (retrieved Apr, 2014). There are currently 1090 pearls in the database. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, mistakes can and do occur. Use databank at your own risk. All pearls © 2024 by the Internet Medical Association. Click Here to view more medical pearls.