We analyzed the effects of sequential reopening events during COVID-19 pandemic, based on 76,419 SARS-CoV-2 molecular tests performed from April 2020 to January 2021 in Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area, Brazil, third largest in South America. Post-opening events provoked different impacts on cases and deaths, but showing limited temporary effect.
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