Table 2.
Cases and deaths in the no-mask scenario compared to starting masks on 1 July or 23 July 2020.
| Start wearing masks | Cases by 1st of October | Deaths by the 1st of October | Reduction in cases and deaths (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No mask and 6-week lockdown | 67,636 | 120 | Base value |
| 1 July, 70% wearing a mask | 1,209 | 7 | −98.2% in cases −94.2% in deaths |
| 23 July, 70% wearing a mask | 7,961 | 42 | −88.2% in cases −65% in deaths |