Comparing and Contrasting the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic in the European Union
Analyzing the COVID-19 Crisis Through Contextual Comparisons
Linda Hantrais author Marie-Thérèse Letablier author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:6th Nov '20
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This insightful book critically examines the COVID-19 pandemic's impact across the EU, emphasizing the importance of contextual comparisons in understanding the crisis.
This book provides a critical examination of the uncontextualized comparisons of COVID-19 cases and deaths across member states during the time when Europe was the epicenter of the pandemic. It delves into the complexities behind the statistics and headlines that often dominate the narrative surrounding the crisis. By doing so, it emphasizes the importance of understanding the socio-demographic and public health indicators that influence these comparisons, thereby fostering knowledge exchange and policy learning.
Comparing and Contrasting the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic in the European Union adopts a multi-disciplinary approach, integrating various international perspectives to analyze this rapidly evolving topic. The authors present their findings in an accessible format, making the content relevant not only to policymakers but also to researchers and the general public. The book highlights the necessity of context when making comparisons, arguing that without it, the insights drawn can be misleading and unhelpful.
Additionally, this study serves as a template for evaluating policy responses to the pandemic. It advocates for the use of evidence-based comparisons to guide decision-making and support policy development. By focusing on the nuances of each member state’s response, the book aims to contribute to a more informed and effective approach to public health crises in the future.
"An insightful comparative assessment of the varying responses of European countries to the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic, informed by an in-depth understanding of the health and social services institutional frameworks within which these operated. Invaluable if we are to learn lessons for future strategies."
Professor Susanne MacGregor, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
"This book is an exceptionally welcome addition to the growing volume of evidence concerning the first wave of the pandemic. It addresses a central dimension of policy and public health debates about what we can learn about the impact of COVID-19 in other countries and their responses to the pandemic. Importantly, the book identifies the methodological pitfalls and difficulties in making cross-national comparisons and the significance of policy contexts and public healthcare systems. Amidst the clamour of the different disciplines, the book is a rare example of what policymakers can learn from the voice of social science."
Julia Brannen, Emerita Professor, UCL Institute of Education
This book by Linda Hantrais and Marie-Thérèse Letablier is timely and highly pertinent. Their assessment of Europe’s divergent policies and practical action in the coronavirus pandemic will be vital as policymakers consider next steps in present and future strategies. Effective public health care depends on avoiding pitfalls of previous policy management in turbulent times. There has been undoubted confusion over Covid19 in the minds of both policymakers and publics across the continent, so this clearly written assessment of responses by public and private health and social services is much needed. The book will prove the key reference for academics, historians and policymakers dealing with future pandemics."
David Spence, European Commission
ISBN: 9780367691721
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Weight: 400g
132 pages