Sara Belligoni

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Italians must now present a form of vaccine passport called a ‘Green Pass’ to enter many indoor establishments. Xinhua News Agency via Getty Images

Italy – once overwhelmed by COVID‑19 – turns to a health pass and stricter measures to contain virus

After enduring a devastating wave of infections, deaths and lockdowns at the start of the pandemic, Italy is putting in place tougher anti-COVID measures, including a vaccine passport.
A nursing home resident in Rome is moved to a hospital. Mauro Scrobogna/LaPresse via AP

5 reasons the coronavirus hit Italy so hard

The coronavirus found dangerously fertile ground in elements of the country’s demographics, business, geography and culture.

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