Demographic data for the 27 previously well young subjects who died from pneumonia
| Male | 11/27 (41%) |
|---|---|
| Caucasian | 22/25 (88%) |
| Mean (SD) age | 34 (7.6) years (range 18–43) |
| Median illness duration (before hospital admission) | 5 days (range 2—14) |
| GP consultation for this illness before hospital admission | 20/27 (74%) |