A scrutiny of the Covid-19 statistics for Tuesday suggests that with a couple of exceptions, the number of infections and fatalities in many countries are steadying.
Nonetheless, Italy’s total confirmed cases rose to 201,505, while for Canada and Peru, their numbers climbed to 50,026 and 31,190 respectively.
India also went beyond 30,000 cases and recorded more than 1,000 deaths.
Brazil found itself in dire straits when its total deaths scaled up to more than 5,000.
Turkey too but with just over 3,000 deaths.
And Malaysia witnessed its 100th Covid-19 fatality.
And Malaysia witnessed its 100th Covid-19 fatality.
A small but significant mention about UK – again, it’s a case of under-reporting.
The number of coronavirus deaths in England and Wales up to April 17 is 54% higher than the UK government’s daily updates for the corresponding period, according to figures released by the Office of National Statistics.
To the north, Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon (left) had made the recommendation for people to wear face coverings – although, she cautioned against them feeling "invincible" just because they wear a mask.
The Scottish government statement on Tuesday:
"The evidence on the use of face coverings is limited, but there may be some benefit in wearing a facial covering when you leave the house and enter enclosed spaces, especially where physical distancing is more difficult and where there is a risk of close contact with multiple people you do not usually meet. Examples include, traveling on public transport or entering a food shop where it is not always possible to maintain a 2 meter distance from another customer. There is no evidence to suggest there might be a benefit outdoors, unless in an unavoidable crowded situation, where there may be some benefit".
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