News Alert: U.S. deaths soared in early weeks of pandemic, far exceeding number attributed to covid-19, analysis shows

The analysis of federal data for the first time estimates excess deaths — the number beyond what would normally be expected — during those early weeks. It suggests covid-19 death tallies have failed to capture the full impact of the pandemic.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert Apr 27, 11:37 AM     U.S. deaths soared in early weeks of pandemic, far exceeding number attributed to covid-19, analysis shows The analysis of federal data for the first time estimates excess deaths — the number beyond what would normally be expected — during those early weeks. It suggests covid-19 death tallies have failed to capture the full impact of the pandemic. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2020 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071