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Originally Posted by Third Eye
I mean, I hate to be that guy, but there’s actually a lot to argue about that. What can’t be argued is that 105K CONFIRMED cases have resulted in 3,500 deaths. I don’t think anyone is doubting that the actual number of infected is much higher. It also seems to have a slower transmission rate. As a result, while it does seem to be more fatal than seasonal influenza, the ultimate mortality rate may end up being similar. Time will tell.
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No. Its a much higher transmission rate than the flu. R0 value of 2 to 3 vs 1.3 or 1.5 of the flu.
China contained it because they are communist. We will not be able to contain it, at all.