The coronavirus could infect up to 1.8 million people in Canada and cause 22,000 deaths, according to federal projections released Thursday.
That is a worst-case scenario, with very weak or no controls.
But if Canadians follow physical distancing and cough shielding guidelines, a more moderate possible scenario could see numbers shift dramatically.
By April 16, the short-term trajectory could be in range of 22,580 to 31,850 cases, with anywhere from 500 to 700 deaths.
The mid-range projection would see 27,215 cases and a lower fatality rate.
