Scientists have concluded that lockdowns do not reduce the number of deaths from COVID-19

Miscellaneous / by admin / February 03, 2022

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But they hit hard on economic activity, the labor market, schooling and more.

According to the new researchA Literature Review and Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Lockdowns On Covid-19 Mortality / Johns Hopkins University, conducted by scientists from Johns Hopkins University, lockdowns and other restrictions in the United States and Europe had little effect on reducing mortality from COVID-19.

Lockdowns at the early stage of the pandemic in 2020 reduced covid deaths by about 0.2%, and self-isolation by an average of 2.9%, according to a broad review of numerous scientific studies.

“We find no evidence that lockdowns, restrictions on gatherings, and school and border closures had a measurable impact on COVID-19 mortality,” the study authors note.

The restrictions on freedoms had little effect on the health of the population, but had a "devastating effect" on the economy and contributed to numerous social problems.

They [restrictions] contributed to a decrease in economic activity and an increase in unemployment, a drop in the level education, as well as sparked political unrest and increased cases of domestic violence.

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from a report by Johns Hopkins University

In conclusion, the scientists added that the conclusion from their study is clear - lockdowns and restrictions should be abandoned.

Recall that in January WHO suggested remove restrictions on international travel, as these measures have also proven to be ineffective.