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There’s an Epidemic That’s a Bigger Threat Than the Coronavirus





There’s an Epidemic That’s a Bigger Threat Than the Coronavirus

And we’re largely ignoring it

Dr. David L. Katz

Feb 28 · 8 min read

Photo: ArtistGNDphotography/E+/Getty Images

What is my risk of exposure?

If I am exposed, how probable is it I get the disease?

If I get infected, how probable is it the disease will kill me?

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