Germany To Mandate Face Masks Starting Monday

Germany will require face masks in most states for shopping and public transport starting Monday. Chancellor Angela Merkel announced that while lockdown measures will be lifted soon, social distancing will remain until at least May 3rd. Despite a fragile success in controlling the virus, new infections have risen for two consecutive days. Germany has approved clinical trials for a potential vaccine. The health ministry plans to increase mask production to 50 million per week by August. Germany joins Austria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic in mandating protective gear.

What new requirement is being implemented across nearly all German states?

• Closure of all non-essential businesses

• Curfew from 8 PM to 6 AM

• Mandatory COVID-19 testing for all residents

• Mandatory face masks in public places

Until when will social distancing rules remain in place in Germany?

• July 10th

• June 1st

• May 3rd

• April 15th

What recent development occurred regarding a potential COVID-19 vaccine in Germany?

• Vaccine declared ineffective

• Distribution to healthcare workers

• Mass production of the vaccine

• Approval of clinical trials

How many COVID-19 related deaths have been reported in Germany according to Johns Hopkins University?

• 3200

• 4200

• 6200

• 5200

What is Germany's plan for face mask production by August?

• Export 50 million masks monthly

• Produce 50 million masks weekly

• Import 50 million masks weekly

• Distribute 50 million masks monthly