Fig. 5

COVID-19 outbreak curve and timeline of implementation of major interventions in Russia. Note: ① On Jan 31, 2020, Russia closed its far eastern border with China, temporarily banned Chinese citizens from entering the country for private purposes. ② On March 13, suspended most scheduled flights to Italy, Germany, Spain and France and halted flights to and from China. ③ On March 18, banned foreign citizens entering Russia and required entry quarantine for 14 days. ④ Paid vacation extended from March 28 to May 11. ⑤ On April 20, a flurry of medical centers began to treat COVID-19 patients. ⑥ On May 12, Removed restrictive measures by grading and stages. ⑦ On May 15, the capital Moscow took the lead in launching free antibody testing voluntarily. ⑧ On June 9, Moscow lifted policy of self-isolation, electronic pass system and walking requirement. ⑨ On Sep 1, opened universities and schools and organized the opening examination. ⑩ Since Oct 28, Russia from 23 to 6 to ban recreational activities and provide public catering services. ⑪ On Dec 4, the vaccine was launched for all