We are about 2 weeks behind Italy in death rate, which is the only measure that can be reliably compared between countries, due to differences in test rates and

We are about 2 weeks behind Italy in death rate, which is the only measure that can be reliably compared between countries, due to differences in test rates and criteria to be tested. Is 2 weeks "grace period" before implementing a lockdown and starting the heavy measures worth it in the long run? I don't think so.