Ny Times Coronavirus Blood Type . Outlets have reported that people with type A blood type are more likely to contract the new coronavirus, although many failed to emphasize that the research lacks peer-review, a large. More specifically, type O blood may be protective against the novel virus. Blood Plasma Treatment For COVID-19 To Be Tested in New ... (Paul Lowe) Daycare centers begin to reopen with coronavirus precautions amid pandemic. More specifically, type O blood may be protective against the novel virus. Sign up for our DayStarter newsletter to receive updates weekday. Sign up for our DayStarter newsletter to receive updates weekday. During the SARS outbreak, which was caused by a genetic cousin of the coronavirus causing the current pandemic, "it was noted that people with O blood type were less likely to get severe disease," he said. New York Times Says Coronavirus Not China's Fault...Blames ....