> Moreover, given how low the infection mortality rates are for those under 70 (... | Hacker News

Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit

		DanBC on Sept 30, 2020 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Vilified early over Covid-19 strategy, Sweden seem... > Moreover, given how low the infection mortality rates are for those under 70 (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/planning-scena...), From your link: > The parameters in the scenarios: > -Are estimates intended to support public health preparedness and planning. > -Are not predictions of the expected effects of COVID-19. > -Do not reflect the impact of any behavioral changes, social distancing, or other interventions.

DanBC on Oct 1, 2020 [–]

Here's the thing: all over the Internet people are quoting this modelling paper as fact without understanding that the numbers are a range of estimates.

These numbers are not meant to be accurate. That's why they list 5 different sets of numbers.

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact