US Covid death toll likely 16% higher, with 1.1M deaths

A study suggests the US Covid death toll is at least 16% higher than reported, with over 1.1 million deaths. Excess deaths from natural causes between March 2020 and August 2022 were estimated at 1.2 million, with 163,000 unattributed to Covid. Deaths began rising before surges, indicating lack of awareness and testing. Regional disparities and under-reporting persist. Accurate mortality reporting is crucial for pandemic responses and future preparedness.