A New York Times analysis of the modeling estimates New York City had 10,000 infections by March 1, 2 weeks before social distancing standards were put in place.
The very first– make masks required for all New York City residents much previously.
A report from Mount Sinai seems to support Vespignani and his group’s findings, estimating the coronavirus was circulating in New York City as early as late January.
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