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In 2020, COVID-19 deaths were 8 times greater than a typical flu season

COVID-19 was America’s third leading cause of death in 2020. It’s almost as if a new plague-like cancer descended on the nation. In 2021, the grim math should improve. #America2021

COVID-19 was a leading cause of death in 2020. In 2021 and beyond, it may more closely resemble flu.
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To read the article, see “America 2021: Building a bridge to normalcy,” February 15, 2021.