Supermarket Simulation Shows the Importance of Social Distancing to Contain Covid-19 Spread

An interactive supermarket simulation showing how important social distancing is for containing the spread of Covid-19

Overview

There is no doubt that Covid-19 has spread like wildfire and wreaked havoc on our lives. In just four weeks, our way of life has become very different from what it used to be. To stop the spread of the virus, countries are imposing preventative measures. The majority have closed their borders, internationally and state-wide, and many others such as Australia and New Zealand have imposed a lockdown, closing non-essential businesses and venues such as cinemas, pubs, restaurants, parks and playgrounds. Only essential businesses like supermarkets, childcare facilities and chemists can remain open.

All of these measures impose a strategy called social distancing, a term we may not have heard until just a few weeks ago, thanks to Covid-19.

Social Distancing