Coronavirus: What you need to knowCases of illness from the new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) disease, known as COVID-19, have been confirmed in more than 100 countries. It all depends on what the denominator is, which influences the case fatality risk. When investigating very severe cases the case fatality risk is going to be higher. These include cardiac problems (case fatality risk 10 per cent), diabetes and lung disease (case fatality risk of seven per cent). We expect there may be differences in susceptibility and outcomes for COVID-19 cases in settings such as South Africa.

Source: Standard Digital March 15, 2020 06:22 UTC