- Germany’s coronavirus fatality rate (0.5%) is by far the world’s lowest thanks to early and extensive testing.
- As of March 25th, Germany has reported 34,055 cases of coronavirus and 175 deaths.
- In contrast, in the current coronavirus hotbed Italy, the fatality rate is 10%.
- Since late February, Germany has been testing 120,000 people per week for COVID-19.
- The swift, early preparation is largely thanks to Germany’s de-centralized healthcare system.
- The country’s 16 federal states can quickly make their own decisions without central government permission.
