Pernambuco allows the use of masks outdoors

In Pernambuco, the Covid-19 office has identified a new living plan flexibility. From Tuesday (29), use will no longer be mandatory masks In open environments, events with 100% of the audience are permitted, including concerts, parties, and football fields.

The decision, according to the government, is based on the latest health data, which was recorded, last Saturday (26), the seventh consecutive week of Low rates of COVID-19 in Pernambuco. In addition to cases, deaths and requests for places in intensive care (ICU) at low levels, The positivity rate in treated exams was 0.95%, the lowest number since the beginning of the epidemic.

Governor Paulo Camara stressed that “these important measures are only possible because of the attitude of every citizen of Pernambuco, who has realized, since March 2020, that we will only reach the current point by respecting health recommendations and taking prevention seriously.”

According to the governor, still Proof of booster dose is mandatory to access events, bars and restaurants. Paulo Camara also reinforced the importance of vaccination in the fight against the coronavirus and encouraged the vaccination of those who still do not have a full vaccination schedule.