How fatal is COVID-19?

Based on the reports to date, the global mortality rate is between 2% and 2.5%. Risk of hospitalization or mortality is higher in elderly patients and those with other chronic medical conditions. More than 80% of COVID-19 patients report mild, flu-like symptoms.

ATLANTA - Classes are being suspended Tuesday for one of Georgia’s largest public school districts after a teacher working at two schools in the Atlanta area tested positive for coronavirus.

The teacher who contracted COVID-19 likely came into contact with students and other employees while working at two middle schools in the southwest metro Atlanta area, said Fulton County Schools Superintendent Mike Looney.

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