The core of the German response matches very well with recommendations from the World Health Organization, says an observer.
CONSEQUENCES OF INCREASED TESTING
Slowing the spread of the virus in Germany has also allowed for increased hospital readiness that helps to reduce fatalities. For example, the number of acute-care beds in Germany is 621 per 100,000 people, compared with Italy’s 275 beds per 100,000 and the UK’s 228 beds per 100,000.A member of the ambulance services assists in moving a patient from an ambulance to St Thomas' Hospital in London.
We know that COVID-19 causes more severe illness and has a higher fatality rate in older people, so the percentage of people over 60 that are infected could dramatically influence the fatality rate. For comparison, Italy began lockdowns on Mar 8. This is probably part of the explanation for why Germany’s low number of fatalities has not been accompanied by a low number of cases or a low rate of transmission. Perhaps earlier implementation of distancing protocols would have also reduced the spread of COVID-19 in the country.Overall, the German response has been a good example of how countries can combat the spread and severity of COVID-19.
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