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5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Realtalk20: 9:22am On Feb 13, 2020
Organizations like WHO have done their best to downplay the impact of coronavirus, but there's reason to believe the epidemic is getting worse.

The conflicting information coming out about coronavirus speaks volumes about how dangerous the novel disease could be.
There’s ample reason to believe the situation is likely much worse than anyone thinks.
Here are five convincing reasons to believe so.
The coronavirus is a whisker away from becoming a pandemic for the World Health Organization (WHO).

In truth, it’s already a worldwide threat

By the time the WHO begins to digest what is going on, things could get much worse.

The press and the authorities have been giving conflicting information, and these five reasons are convincing enough to believe the situation is much worse than we think.

1. Africa Could Already Be Under The Grips Of Coronavirus
There are constant updates about coronavirus cases globally – everywhere except Africa. This is the continent that still battles with mass poverty, malnourishment, civil wars, authoritarian governments, terrorism and diseases.

Most assume it is something about the African weather that has kept coronavirus at bay. But the reality could be entirely different. The virus could already be spreading in Africa, and we might not know how far it has gone till it’s too late. The continent received its first testing kits Feb. 7.

Coronavirus testing kits in Africa

Africa didn’t have the kit required to test for coronavirus till last week. | Source: Twitter
While other countries have been shutting down air travel to and from China, Africa is still taking in travelers. Fifteen hundred people a day still fly into Ethiopia from China.

The carelessness of government officials and the lack of resources could mean that coronavirus can spread rapidly in Africa.

2. Japanese Cruise Ship Showcases How Infectious Coronavirus Is
The ‘Diamond Princess’ ship set sail from China, dropped off an infected person in Hong-Kong, then arrived in Japan before it was quarantined. With 3,600 people aboard, the Japanese authorities saw fit to not let anyone get off.

It turns out they were correct. Out of the 300 people who have been tested, 136 have tested positive for the coronavirus. The high rate of infection encapsulates how quickly the disease can spread.

The closed space and densely-crowded ship served as a perfect environment for mass cross-infection. With conditions similar to what they are in South Asia, the cruise ship is a perfect replica of what has happened in China.

It’s also an indication of what could happen in population-dense countries like India that have worse conditions.

3. China’s Pride Could Sink The World
The dark sides of a one-party rule are well known. The Chinese government has been suppressing information to save face and not appear weak. But it comes at a cost.

To contain a pandemic in its early stages, it’s essential to know the true extent of the crisis. Unfortunately, China has likely been lying about the severity of the situation from the word go.

China lying about coronavirus
The Chinese government is blatantly lying about the numbers now.
Taking into consideration the amount of contrary information that’s coming out, one cannot help but think China is facing a crisis and trying to downplay it.

When the truth eventually surfaces, it might be too late for the world to react.

4. Authorities Saying ‘There’s No Reason To Panic’ Is A Reason To Panic
History has taught us that the people at the top always downplay a crisis – even when they know it is deadly and could kill millions.

Spanish Flu parallels to coronavirus
Authorities downplayed the Spanish Flu, which killed 3.5% of the population. | Source: Pinterest
As evidenced from the image above, officials and media downplayed the Spanish Flu in the early 20th century. A type of coronavirus itself, the Spanish Flu eventually wiped out 3.5% of the world’s population.

It’s understandable why organizations such as WHO would downplay a crisis, though. It’s in their self-interest. If hundreds of millions of people start panicking and preparing for an emergency, the world would cease to function.

That being said, history tells us the downplaying is still a cause for concern.

5. Coronavirus Is Airborne
A Chinese official finally recently confirmed a devastating fact about coronavirus: It is airborne.

Not only does it spread from direct contact and droplets from coughs and sneezes, but it can also bind with oxygen and travel much farther than thought before. Zeng Qun, Deputy Head of the Shanghai Civil Affairs Bureau, confirmed it in a press briefing.

Aerosol transmission refers to the mixing of the virus with droplets in the air to form aerosols, which causes infection after inhalation, according to medical experts. As such, we have called on the public to raise their awareness of the prevention and control of the disease caused by family gatherings.

This devastating revelation alone indicates the disease could ripple across vast distances in no time. It’s no surprise that there are scores of videos Chinese officials disinfecting the streets and buildings.

The evidence clearly suggests the disease is more dangerous than what the officials want everyone to believe.

Source: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.ccn.com/5-reasons-coronavirus-is-way-worse-than-youve-been-led-to-believe/

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by ghettokid1(m): 9:29am On Feb 13, 2020
Na wa o!

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Blakjewelry(m): 9:48am On Feb 13, 2020
If I remember correctly there is popular saying that disease no dey kill Africa man.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Righteousness89(m): 2:07pm On Feb 13, 2020
The Worse thing about this Corona is that no one knows how it gets to infect people..

Many have covered their mouths and still got the Corona.

As at this Evening 15000 new cases have been discovered in China..

Now they are wearing full Nylon and Bottles..

The Truth is that it's a Strange Virus .. it's beyond medical stuff..

Only GOD ALMIGHTY can prevent you from the Virus...

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by mrZENographer: 2:08pm On Feb 13, 2020
*Coronavirus was made in the laboratory (RNA, not DNA among other proof)

*It actually takes 24 days, not 14 days for the infected to be detectable. But the quarantined American evacuees were realised after 14 days

* "To live is Christ, to die is gain". Make sure you have Jesus Christ and Holiness even if you are sick to death and Heaven will be yours forever.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by BigSarah(f): 2:09pm On Feb 13, 2020
This virus has similar early symptoms like flu and rhinitis... If it dares enter Nigeria terrible spread, people that can't sneeze with their nose and mouth covered

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by priestchurch(m): 2:10pm On Feb 13, 2020
It is well..

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by fatymore(f): 2:10pm On Feb 13, 2020
This thing should not come to Nigeria...


I saw a lady using nose mask today in Lagos.

Omo I fear ooo.

Maybe na because of harmattan or she doesn't want to take chances of anything airborne.


God please continue safeguarding us

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by mamaafrik(m): 2:11pm On Feb 13, 2020
Thank God no case in Africaooo,all Chinese citizens must be properly checked and sojourner to China,Goods and slightest exchange of matter.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Openbusiness: 2:11pm On Feb 13, 2020
I really hope half of africa won't be infected already by the time they are able to detect the virus. Coronavirus can spread undetected from country to country so fast, and African governments are still sleeping. Do you know why the virus spread so fast in China? Because the doctor that first reported it that there was a possible outbreak of SARS in wuhan was arrested by the government. They denied his claims without investigating, said he was spreading false news. By the time they confirmed it, the virus has already spread beyond their control. Now their country is suffering as a result of their government went to sleep over it and didn't act fast enough. African governments are still sleeping. Till date they say no virus detected. Is Africa an isolated island or what? The same virus other proactive continents have already detected and battling with.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by 9jayes: 2:11pm On Feb 13, 2020
I dey always think of that virus whenever I see Toyota Corolla

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by TemmyT002(m): 2:12pm On Feb 13, 2020
You people should stop scaring everybody abeg

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Chinwe4real(f): 2:12pm On Feb 13, 2020
Australia fire
China Coronavirus
Nigeria Boko Haram



All signs of end time.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by revived: 2:12pm On Feb 13, 2020
E dun do


We have heard angry angry

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by whytediamond(m): 2:12pm On Feb 13, 2020
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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Bustincole(m): 2:12pm On Feb 13, 2020
God Save us all


Amen!!!

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by nurex01(m): 2:13pm On Feb 13, 2020
God! Protect us o. Amen

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by alizma: 2:13pm On Feb 13, 2020
Please the government should ban travelling to and from China, at list for the moment.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Chijeep(m): 2:13pm On Feb 13, 2020
Wetin local man go do na?

since 1886 wey dem talk say smokers r liable 2 die young, e no stop Nigro 4rm taking 3pkts a day so dx 1 no go move us jawe.

gimme a lighter n pass mi d janja...

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Nobody: 2:13pm On Feb 13, 2020
I stand well well, bitter kola, garlic, lemon and honey + holy ghost fire...go on soun grin

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by ForeThinker: 2:13pm On Feb 13, 2020
Nawaao
Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by optimistD(m): 2:13pm On Feb 13, 2020
True. But God knows we already have a bigger issue issue (bokoharam, herdsmen, bandits, bad government, etc)here. He will not allow that virus to survive here. He helped us and Ebola could not survive here. He will help us again. How can people that cannon provide 12hours power a day for themselves manage conorra Virus? It’s scary thinking about it in Nigeria. God please help us again.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by braine(m): 2:14pm On Feb 13, 2020
This is serious.
Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Emily22(m): 2:14pm On Feb 13, 2020
May God help us

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by TruthTella(m): 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
Why do I have a feeling the virus is already in Africa? Even maybe Nigeria?
Chinese have been flying into the country since the outbreak and only six days ago did the first testing kit arrive meaning foreigners have been going about without being tested and probably infecting others.

Africa is such a useless continent. After more than a month of outbreak they are getting their first testing kit.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by millionboi2: 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
Na only God fit save africa

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by MANNABBQGRILLS: 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
May God guide and protect his people from this virus.

We are covered by the Blood of Jesus (This is only for those who believe in the precious Blood of the Lamb)

If not, may whatever you believe in protect you also.

Information reaching us @[/color] says 'A total of 60 Nigerians are living in Wuhan city where the virus broke out from, No Nigerian in China had been infected and we have our brothers and sisters in our prayers everyday not to contact this deadly virus'
Kindly say Amen to this,
if you love your fellow Nigerians pleaseee
...

God is [color=#990000]Love!


Eazi1:
AMEN!
A Very Big Amen Mr Eazi!

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by NetBizguy: 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Horlaarsco: 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
God safe us..

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by AceRoyal: 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
With the amount of prayer coming out of Africa and especially Nigeria daily, it might just be that, that's what is kinda keeping us from this epidemic since our various governments have failed us.
Just imagine what will happen if this virus gets into Africa, especially Nigeria, especially in the north with high human population and poor health care and hygiene mixed with dry windy weather.
At this point all we can do is to hope and pray that this doesn't get into Africa especially Nigeria.
Our government, police, Boko Haram and Fulani herdsmen are enough epidemic, adding this virus will just be triple jeopardy.

I have a strong feeling that this virus is man made to control the rapidly growing population of the world and its depleting resources.


God help us all!

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Zooposki(f): 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
These white people want the disease so bad in Africa, to wipe out most of us. Most of their comments always about why Africa is not affected.

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Re: 5 Reasons Coronavirus Is Way Worse Than You’ve Been Led To Believe by Keketu(m): 2:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
please can lizard transmit csouro

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