The scariest alarm ever for the coronavirus

The epidemic of viral pneumonia that has already caused more than 100 victims in China can peak in a week or 10 days, said Jong Nanshan, one of the best Chinese experts at respiratory diseases.

The official balance tells of 106 victims, all in China and more than 4,500 infected, for the most part about Huhan.

It is difficult to predict exactly what moment the peak will be reached, but this can be achieved approximately within a week or 10 days”, the scientist said.

Zhong is known for his help in curbing the SARS epidemic in 2002-2003, which caused the deaths of 774 people worldwide, of whom 648 in China, including Hong Kong.

According to him, the actual pneumonia mortality rate must continue to decline, thanks to medical personnel' efforts and, despite the lack, for now, of the vaccine. / A T S/