What the coronavirus R number is and why caution is needed when interpreting it

Tim Sandle looks at the R0 value for the SARS-COV-2 coronavirus, the day inputs needed, and why taking into account longer-term trends is important. Also discussed is viral infectivity and modes of infection.

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