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Infection rates of viruses that caused major outbreaks worldwide as of 2020
coronavirus pandemic.
In March 2020, it was estimated that the infection rate for COVID-19 ranged between 1.5 and 3.5. In comparison, the seasonal flu had an infection rate of 1.3. Data is subject to change due to the developing situation with the