First case of coronavirus reported in vatican
According to reports, the first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) was confirmed in the Vatican City on March 6, 2020. The individual affected was a 34-year-old employee of the Vatican's Secretariat of State, who had recently returned from a trip to Italy.
The Vatican City, an independent city-state within Rome, Italy, has a population of around 800 people, making it one of the smallest countries in the world. Due to its unique status, the Vatican City has its own government, laws, and healthcare system, which is separate from Italy's.
The Vatican City has taken measures to contain the spread of the virus, including:
- Closing all public events and gatherings, including Masses and other religious services.
- Limiting access to the Vatican City's public areas, including St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
- Implementing enhanced cleaning and disinfection protocols.
- Providing personal protective equipment (PPE) to employees and visitors.
- Conducting temperature checks and health screenings for visitors and employees.
The Vatican City has also been in close contact with the Italian government and the World Health Organization (WHO) to coordinate its response to the pandemic.
It's worth noting that the Vatican City has a relatively small and isolated population, which makes it easier to contain the spread of the virus. However, the country is still taking precautions to protect its citizens and visitors, and the situation is being closely monitored.