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The segment discusses the coronavirus outbreak and compares it to the SARS epidemic. It presents data showing that while coronavirus cases rose rapidly, the mortality rate remains low compared to SARS. The segment emphasizes that despite the alarming number of cases, the death toll is significantly lower than that of seasonal flu in the US, which claims around 60,000 lives annually.
The discussion also shows the containment measures taken by the Chinese government, such as quarantines and travel restrictions, which helped limit the spread of the virus outside of China. The segment concludes by noting the potential shift in trust between Chinese society and its government in light of the epidemic, suggesting that this story will evolve as the situation develops.
Why Watch
- •See how coronavirus compares to SARS in case numbers.
- •Find out why the death toll is lower than expected.
- •Meet the challenges of containment in China.
- •Discover the impact on trust between society and government.
Did You Know
•After 176 days, SARS had just under 10,000 cases.
•In contrast, coronavirus had over 60,000 cases within 70 days.
•The estimated mortality rate for coronavirus is around 2%, with about 1,500 deaths reported.
•Seasonal flu causes around 60,000 deaths in the US each year.
•There were only three reported deaths outside of China during the outbreak.
Perfect For
Public health enthusiastsEpidemic history buffsGlobal travel watchersData analysis fans