the Ministry of Health statistics shows that 7 out of 10 people are asymptomatic. Meaning 71 percent of those infected did not show any signs of the Covid-19. Out of these cases, men lead, both in the number of infections and deaths.

Scientists say most men have underlying illnesses such as diabetes and high blood pressure among others. Drinking and smoking have also been floated as some of the lifestyle behaviors causing the disparity in genders.