The Impact of COVID-19 in Europe: A Comprehensive Analysis

  • Benvolio Dante University of Padova
Keywords: COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, Europe, Pandemic, Healthcare response, Socio-economic impact, Vaccination campaigns

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, has had a profound impact on the European continent. This scientific journal article aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the spread, healthcare response, socio-economic consequences, and lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic in Europe. It combines data-driven insights with a review of relevant scientific literature to present a holistic view of the situation in Europe

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Published
2023-09-13
How to Cite
Benvolio Dante. (2023). The Impact of COVID-19 in Europe: A Comprehensive Analysis. International Journal of Science and Society, 5(4), 302-311. https://doi.org/10.54783/ijsoc.v5i4.787