IDS-403-2-2 Activity: Technology and Event Introduction Southern New Hampshire University 03:38:46 GMT -05:00 The COVID-19 pandemic, a global health crisis of unprecedented scale, emerged in late 2019 and swiftly spread worldwide. It was initially linked to a seafood market in Wuhan, China, wh...
IDS-403-2-2 Activity: Technology and Event Introduction
Southern New Hampshire University
03:38:46 GMT -05:00
, The COVID-19 pandemic, a global health crisis of unprecedented scale, emerged in late 2019
and swiftly spread worldwide. It was initially linked to a seafood market in Wuhan, China,
where the novel SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus was likely transmitted from animals to humans. The
virus, characterized by its high transmissibility and severity of symptoms, caused significant
disruption to daily life, economies, and healthcare systems on an unprecedented scale, with
far-reaching societal and cultural implications. In response, governments worldwide
implemented various containment measures, including lockdowns, travel restrictions, and
mask mandates, to control the spread of the virus. These measures were challenging for
individuals and communities, and their effectiveness was the subject of ongoing discussion
and evaluation. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared it a pandemic in March
2020, recognizing it as a global public health emergency, and continued to work with member
states to coordinate a comprehensive response.
The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us how technology can be used to fight against the virus
and adapt to the new normal. Digital technology has enabled people to work from home,
attend online classes, access telehealth services, and communicate with others while
maintaining social distancing. Video conferencing platforms like Zoom have become essential
tools for both work and social interactions, helping people stay connected while
physically apart. Moreover, contact tracing apps and vaccine distribution management
systems have emerged as critical tools in tracking and controlling the virus's spread. However,
the pandemic has also exposed digital divides, privacy concerns, and issues related to screen
time and mental
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