The Pandemic and What It Made Us Think About

Human history is also, in a sense, the history of diseases. Especially epidemics with major impact reshape societies and create new forms of relationships, living models, artistic production and working habits.

The World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a global pandemic on March 11. The disease known as coronavirus continues to remind us of the importance of health awareness.

Although the pandemic began as a health issue, its consequences are social. Throughout history, humanity has faced many pandemics with serious outcomes.

Quarantine itself emerged as a social measure against contagious diseases. The word has Italian roots and was used in Venice, where ships approaching the city were kept offshore for 40 days to prevent possible disease transmission.

This experience reminds us that rules, solidarity and awareness are essential in overcoming public health crises.

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