The coronavirus model used by the White House now estimates 147,000 deaths by August — almost double the estimate predicted 15 days ago

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• The leading US model on the impact of the coronavirus now estimates 147,000 deaths by August. 
• On April 27, the model estimated only 74,000 deaths. 
• As states reopen, and social distancing is reduced or eliminated, many experts worry there could be a resurgence of cases and a fresh wave of deaths. 
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The White House model used to predict the impact of the coronavirus pandemic estimates that there will be 147,040 deaths from COVID-19 by August. 

On April 27, for comparison, the model estimated a little over 74,000 deaths, as Business Insider previously reported. 

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