Also keep in mind that the total # of covid deaths includes all presumed cases and not strictly lab confirmed cases. Perhaps other countries are being stricter in how the code/count Covid deaths. It could also be that other places have better treatment protocols in place and are using more effective anti-virals than the US. I also do not know what the standard protocol is many other countries, but in the US, most are told to stay home, isolate, and hydrate, and are only receiving treatment and drugs once symptoms become severe. Are other countries treating at the onset of symptoms? This is what I would be in favor of, because it makes the most sense.