Italy last month embarked on a gradual loosening of its lockdown provisions.
ITALY CORONAVIRUS
Italy last month embarked on a gradual loosening of its lockdown provisions. After allowing factories and construction sites to reopen and eateries and bars to offer takeout in early May, later in the month, restaurants, bars, hairdressers and beauticians were given a green light — as long as they observed social distancing and strict hygiene protocols. Shops could also open their doors, though the many shuttered doors and “For Rent” signs on storefronts throughout Italy show the fallout of months of inactivity.
Religious celebrations were also allowed, as long as the faithful remained apart. Some dioceses held masses shortly after midnight to celebrate. Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said Italy was “facing a calculated risk,” by loosening the lockdown, citing recent data suggesting that infection rates remained low, even after Italians picked up their pace. But the government was aware “that the epidemiological curve could go back up.”
On June 3, the Italian government dropped travel restrictions to and from European Union member states, Schengen area countries and the United Kingdom.
How Cases Are Growing
Here’s how the number of new cases and deaths are changing over time:
New reported cases by day in Italy
New reported deaths by day in Italy
7-day average
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