Covid Mortality Rate Percentage . However, a new estimate from the CDC indicates a smaller percentage of people die from the virus than previously reported. At first it can seem surprising that the same virus - which doesn't seem to have mutated significantly as it has spread - can lead to such widely differing reported mortality rates. Wuhan Coronavirus Death Rate Far Lower than Thought, with ... (Rose Mullins) We've lifted our paywall on all stories about the coronavirus. If infections are actually higher globally, the. Countries throughout the world have reported very different case fatality. We've lifted our paywall on all stories about the coronavirus. However, a new estimate from the CDC indicates a smaller percentage of people die from the virus than previously reported. [OC] Covid-19 Deaths Compared with Population of Countries ... Coronavirus (COVID-19) D...