This time last year, the world was first learning of COVID-19. Chilling scenes from Wuhan, China offered a glimpse into what would happen around the world in the coming weeks and months. From hospital corridors overrun with patients to empty supermarket aisles and stranded cruise ships, the COVID-19 pandemic has tested healthcare systems and the human spirit over the last year.
Tracking the impact of the virus around the globe, from the initial outbreak in Wuhan through to the ongoing vaccine rollout, Storyful has verified almost 3,000 videos and stories, creating one of the world’s most comprehensive archives of social videos and stories relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. Storyful journalists have curated a video retrospective of the impact of the virus over the last 12 months.
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Hundreds of workers in Wuhan, China, raced to lay the foundation of a new hospital being built to handle cases of the new coronavirus, video recorded January 28 shows.
As the world begins to hear about the novel coronavirus, lockdowns slowly begin to go into effect.
People are sent into a panic and grocery stores struggle to keep up with the demand – specifically for toilet paper.
Nationwide lockdowns and travel restrictions continue to be enforced, suddenly rendering the world a very quiet place.
Amidst the uncertainty, the resilient nature of humanity continues shining through.
Healthcare workers are saluted on a daily basis for their herculean efforts.
Strange new hobbies are adopted to pass the time and battle boredom.
And virtual connections are the new reality for the time being.
As the year went on, we learned more about the virus and how to practice safety.
While some remained resistant to safety measures,
Others fought back to ensure safety.
20,000 chairs, each representing 10 Americans killed by the coronavirus, were lined up on The Ellipse, on The White House South Lawn, on Oct 4, in a solemn reminder of those who have lost their lives to the virus.
COVID victims are remembered around the world, while healthcare workers are applauded for their consistent bravery.
Following months of uncertainty, vaccinations were approved, and started to roll out across the world.
As we enter the second year of this global pandemic, the hopefulness of the human spirit is what keeps us going until “normalcy” is restored.
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