The mortality rate of COVID-19 is 10-30 times higher than the seasonal flu, at 1-3%. There is no vaccine or countermeasure yet and the transmission reproductive number is higher as well, at over 1 for every infected person.
Two-thirds of people in Sub-Saharan African have COVID-19 antibodies according to a recent report from the World Health Organization. Most of the testing in the region is reportedly occurring at the airport for entry and exit.
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses his concerns about contracting COVID-19 due to his pre-existing health conditions and smoking habits.
Caroline tests whether Hulk sounds muffled before recording a podcast, revealing her preference for how he sounds on podcasts over regular conversations.
China is currently facing its worst outbreak of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic, while Europe is also experiencing a surge in cases. The U.S. has lifted restrictions, but there is uncertainty if it's ready for another wave of cases and who will be most affected.