A national mask mandate could be more effective than lockdowns, and could save the US from a 5% hit to economic growth, according to a new report from Goldman Sachs.
The researchers analyzed the impact the introduction of masks had on infections and deaths in the U.S. after state mandates went into effect, as well as across countries, comparing when mask mandates started and when masks began to be used. They found that mask usage was associated with better overall outcomes.
"A national mask mandate could increase US face mask usage by statistically significant and economically large amounts, especially in states such as Florida and Texas that currently don't have a comprehensive mandate and are seeing some of the worst outbreaks," Hatzius wrote. The report cautioned that its findings are based on several combined statistics that have errors in measurements.
It also acknowledged that mask-wearing has become a political and cultural statement and that the reality of a national mask mandate is"uncertain." "However, even in the absence of a national mandate, state and local authorities might well broaden mandates in ways that ultimately mimic the impact of a national mandate," the researchers wrote."Either way, our analysis suggests that the economy could benefit significantly from such moves, especially when compared with the alternative of a return to broader lockdowns."
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