I was taking a look at the UK annual flu reports over the last few years. Nearly 70% of infections occur in care centres and another 15% occur in hospitals. It would be interesting to know if this is similar for the current outbreak. It would also be interesting to know what public reaction would be if they were given infections on a daily basis throughout the average flu season.
This outbreak is severe and could kill up to 6% of the population. However, the hysteria and subsequent shutdowns will affect 100% of the population and it's possible that a depression that could see 50% or more out of work.
Which is worse Betty? This isn't killing in the numbers that support the Draconian methods to contain it. It is chopping off your head to save your foot.