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It's tough to stay positive when coronavirus deaths top 10,000 globally and entire nations go on lockdown. And in the midst of the fear and uncertainty surrounding the pandemic, each day seems to bring news that's worse than the day before. However, as in most major disasters, tragedies, and public health threats, there are reasons for a better future.

So, even though it's difficult to be the “it could always be worse” type of person during these difficult times, let's try. After all, what other options do we have? Bored Panda has compiled a list of good news about COVID-19 to complement the ones we already have, so scroll down and check 'em out!

It's worth mentioning that most people with COVID-19 recover. Current estimates suggest that 99% of people infected will beat it. Some people even don't experience any of the symptoms at all. Yes, thousands have died, but the overall death rate is about 1% (or perhaps even lower), far less than MERS (about 34%), SARS (about 11%), or Ebola (90%), though a lot higher than the average seasonal flu (0.1%). Condolences to all the lives lost to this illness, and we should expect many more cases, but if we were to isolate the fatality rates, it could be far worse.

Also, scientists have found out how the novel coronavirus breaks into human cells. This will significantly help to develop treatments. It began when researchers revealed the first picture of how the novel coronavirus binds with human respiratory cells to produce more viruses. The scientists in China then solidified the images all the way down to the level of the atoms at the binding points. With this news, understanding how the virus enters cells will significantly aid researchers in finding drugs and vaccines to fight the virus.

A good example of this also comes from China where local medical authorities reported that a drug used in Japan to treat new strains of influenza appeared to be effective in coronavirus patients. Zhang Xinmin, an official at China's science and technology ministry, said favipiravir, developed by a subsidiary of Fujifilm, had produced promising results in clinical trials in Wuhan and Shenzhen involving 340 patients.

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Not Often Do We See People This Young And Mature. Bravo Edmidgley, We Are Sorry You Had To Step Down

Not Often Do We See People This Young And Mature. Bravo Edmidgley, We Are Sorry You Had To Step Down

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Next, humanity's response to future pandemics should improve. "The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed shortcomings in healthcare systems throughout the world that provide an opportunity to improve them," Robert H. Shmerling, MD, wrote in the Harvard Health Blog. "For example, a faster global response, better and quicker distribution of testing kits, and more coordinated and coherent public messaging should be expected the next time around. (No guarantees, of course.)"

The new coronavirus epidemic is a huge problem that's probably only gonna get bigger in the following weeks and months. For those who are infected and those trying to avoid infection, these are definitely tough times. But, as Shmerling put it, "Amid all the doom and gloom, there are some positive stories, positive messages and reasons to remain hopeful."

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Husband Celebrates 67th Anniversary Outside Wife’s Nursing Home

Husband Celebrates 67th Anniversary Outside Wife’s Nursing Home

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Lots Of Strange Things Happening In The World Lately. Adopted This Rescue Kitty Today To Help Make Both Our Lives Better

Lots Of Strange Things Happening In The World Lately. Adopted This Rescue Kitty Today To Help Make Both Our Lives Better

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A black one! I have a black almost 17 year old black lady and she's so special. I'm sure she'll give you joy.

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We Don’t Deserve John Bon Jovi

We Don’t Deserve John Bon Jovi

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's really nice to risk coronavirus without getting paid, I hope the kitchen stays open.

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My Local Chinese Restaurant Fed 100 People For Free Today. This Is What Community Is All About

My Local Chinese Restaurant Fed 100 People For Free Today. This Is What Community Is All About

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This 103 Year Old Iranian Women Beat The The Corona Virus And Was Allowed To Go Back Home! She’s Holding A Piece Of Paper Saying “I Defeated The Corona Virus”

This 103 Year Old Iranian Women Beat The The Corona Virus And Was Allowed To Go Back Home! She’s Holding A Piece Of Paper Saying “I Defeated The Corona Virus”

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Husband And Wife On First Line Of Defense Against Coronavirus. Finally Meet For Couple Minutes

Husband And Wife On First Line Of Defense Against Coronavirus. Finally Meet For Couple Minutes

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That's How You Do It!

That's How You Do It!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup, similar story here, my landlord, whom I've rented the appartment for 5+ years, called me and told me that if I'm struggling with money, I don't need to pay the rent for the time being if things at work get bad.

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This Church Has The Right Idea

This Church Has The Right Idea

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He Comes To Talk To His Dad Every Day Since The Nursing Home Is On Lockdown

He Comes To Talk To His Dad Every Day Since The Nursing Home Is On Lockdown

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China Sent Medical Masks To Italy

China Sent Medical Masks To Italy

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Great News

Great News

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This Japanese Shopkeeper's Smile 

This Japanese Shopkeeper's Smile 

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100 Years Old Today And The Nursing Home Is On Coronavirus Lockdown So They Sang To Her From Outside

100 Years Old Today And The Nursing Home Is On Coronavirus Lockdown So They Sang To Her From Outside

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Jennifer Haller, The First Person In The World To Be Injected With The Experimental Vaccine For The Covid-19

Jennifer Haller, The First Person In The World To Be Injected With The Experimental Vaccine For The Covid-19

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Granddaughter Telling Grandfather The News Of Her Engagement

Granddaughter Telling Grandfather The News Of Her Engagement

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A Doctor In Wuhan Stopped To Let A 87 Year Old Patient To See The Sunset During A Transfer

A Doctor In Wuhan Stopped To Let A 87 Year Old Patient To See The Sunset During A Transfer

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Someone With A Generous And Kind Heart

Someone With A Generous And Kind Heart

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Distancing Solution In A Danish Supermarket

Distancing Solution In A Danish Supermarket

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During The Quarantine, A Pianist In Barcelona Went To His Balcony To Play “My Heart Will Go On”

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

THANK YOU !!!!! trying to upvote this a hundred times. Thru' chills and tears.

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My Wife Off To Fight Covid-19. Not All Heroes Wear Capes. Some Wear Ppe

My Wife Off To Fight Covid-19. Not All Heroes Wear Capes. Some Wear Ppe

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A Customer Left A $2,500 Tip To Support An Ohio Bar That Had To Close Because Of Coronavirus

A Customer Left A $2,500 Tip To Support An Ohio Bar That Had To Close Because Of Coronavirus

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Other people that are being forgotten again are the homeless. They have no where to quarantine that is not crowded to the max. One guy that I know that's homeless in the area was still standing on a corner with a sign asking for work or help. I gave him $50 and he started crying. I just hope they don't completely lock down everything or these people might starve to death.

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Sometimes A Bad Situation Brings Out The Best

Sometimes A Bad Situation Brings Out The Best

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Boyfriend Lost His Serving Job Because Of Corona. Bosses Cleared Out The Kitchen To Provide Food For Employees And Intend On Making Them Weekly Care Packages

Boyfriend Lost His Serving Job Because Of Corona. Bosses Cleared Out The Kitchen To Provide Food For Employees And Intend On Making Them Weekly Care Packages

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A Local Bank In My Area Bought All The Corned Beef From A Local Deli After They Had To Shut Down Do To The Coronavirus

A Local Bank In My Area Bought All The Corned Beef From A Local Deli After They Had To Shut Down Do To The Coronavirus

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My Kindergarten Teaching Wife Holding Daily Zoom Sessions For Her Students.  Because She's A Real Hero!

My Kindergarten Teaching Wife Holding Daily Zoom Sessions For Her Students.  Because She's A Real Hero!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

@boredpanda Can you please ban this Real Joe Biden please? He's a complete a*****e.

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Stay Safe Be Kind

Stay Safe Be Kind

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Spanish Soldiers Helping An Elderly Woman During Quarentine

Spanish Soldiers Helping An Elderly Woman During Quarentine

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A 98 Year Old Patient Recovered From Coronavirus In China

A 98 Year Old Patient Recovered From Coronavirus In China

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not propaganda, the elderly are more susceptible to corona, like they are with influenza, and many other illnesses. It doesn't mean that some won't survive this pandemic. Just like some of the younger victims will sadly die from this.

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This Student Created A Network Of 'Shopping Angels' To Help The Elderly Get Groceries During The Coronavirus Pandemic

This Student Created A Network Of 'Shopping Angels' To Help The Elderly Get Groceries During The Coronavirus Pandemic

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NZ Supermarket

NZ Supermarket

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