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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the world in unprecedented ways. As of May 2021, there have been over 160 million confirmed cases and over three million deaths worldwide. Governments and healthcare systems have been forced to adapt to the rapidly changing situation, imposing lockdowns, travel restrictions, and social distancing measures. The pandemic has also highlighted inequalities in society, with certain groups like the elderly and essential workers being particularly vulnerable to the disease.
COVID-19 pandemic caused over 160 million confirmed cases and three million deaths globally, leading to government and healthcare system adaptations; lockdowns, travel restrictions, and social distancing. Moreover, the elderly and essential workers were particularly vulnerable, exposing societal inequalities.