2020 March

March 2020 marked a pivotal moment worldwide as the COVID-19 pandemic escalated. In early March, countries began implementing strict measures, including lockdowns and travel restrictions, to curb the virus's spread. The World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic on March 11. This month also saw significant disruptions to daily life, including school closures and a shift to remote work. Panic buying led to shortages of essential goods, while health systems faced unprecedented challenges. Public health guidelines emphasized social distancing, hand hygiene, and the wearing of masks, fundamentally altering social behavior and interaction.