jan 1, 2003 - SARS
Description:
Outbreak starts in China which is also the first pandemic of the 21st Century. It is discovered to be derived from Bats that carry the Virus. Spreads by droplets and stool. Impacts the Lungs and is highly contagious with a 10% fatality rate. No vaccine or specific treatment just anti-viral medicine. After 2003, it disappears and is never to be seen again.
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