Five years after the tumultuous spring of 2020, some effects of the Covid-19 infection are still being felt. Many people have opted to work from home, either out of necessity or for future foresight. Anthropologists agree that there is a widespread desire for larger spaces that encourage reading, meditation, and reconnection with family roots.
Alberto del Campo, author of 'Daily Life in Times of Covid', published in 2021, pointed out the need to regulate teleworking following the substantial increase in its practice. By 2024, more than 400,000 Andalusians were following this work modality, a 17% increase from the previous year, which led to the regulation of teleworking in the Junta of Andalusia.
In the tourism and leisure sector, a record of 13 million international travelers was recorded in Andalusia in 2024, representing a significant increase compared to previous years. However, the pandemic left lasting impacts on the health of many people, causing work-related stress and low productivity in some cases.
Primary healthcare was greatly affected during the pandemic, with increased demand for services and a rise in cases of persistent Covid. On the other hand, in the educational sector, technological measures were implemented to ensure the continuity of teaching, which also contributed to the family reconciliation of workers.
Regarding housing and family, there was an increase in the search for comfortable spaces adapted to teleworking. The trend of consuming experiences emerged, as well as reconnection with roots and rural tranquility. In this sense, there was a notable decrease in the number of divorces in Andalusia compared to previous years.
In summary, the Covid-19 pandemic has left significant marks on different aspects of Andalusian society, from work and health to tourism and education. Despite the challenges, measures and changes have been implemented that have marked the beginning of a new vital stage for the region.
