Deadlier Than The Flu: What China's Coronavirus Statistics Mean

The video discusses the impact of coronavirus, focusing on data from China, where 80% of cases are mild. It highlights the importance of human actions in controlling the epidemic's future. The virus is most deadly for the elderly and those with underlying health conditions, with a 15% death rate for those over 80. The death rate is 1-2%, significantly higher than the seasonal flu. Coronavirus is more contagious than SARS and MERS.

What underlying conditions make individuals more at risk for severe outcomes from coronavirus?

• Diabetes

• Heart disease

• Respiratory issues

• All of the above

According to the analysis, how does the contagiousness of coronavirus compare to SARS and MERS?

• Less contagious

• Equally contagious

• More contagious

• Not comparable