More than 150,000 uncounted COVID-19 deaths occurred early in the pandemic, a study finds - AP News
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A study found over 150,000 COVID-19 deaths went uncounted in the pandemic's early phase.
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The actual death toll from COVID-19 was significantly higher than initially reported, affecting how accurately we understand the pandemic's severity and mortality risk.
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More than 150,000 uncounted COVID-19 deaths occurred early in the pandemic, a study finds.
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