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  • Epidemiology
  • Environmental Health
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The impact of vaccination, social distancing, and restrictive measures on SARS-CoV-2 mortality is established.
  • The role of seasonality in SARS-CoV-2 transmission and mortality remains poorly understood and underutilized in public health strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the seasonality of SARS-CoV-2 in temperate climate countries.
  • To analyze the association between temperature, vaccination rates, and COVID-19 mortality.

Main Methods:

  • Data on mortality, vaccination rates, and temperature were collected for temperate climate countries.
  • Stringency index for government response trackers was used to quantify restriction policies.
  • Statistical analyses, including correlation and multivariate regression, were employed to assess relationships.

Main Results:

  • A significant negative correlation was observed between monthly temperatures and COVID-19 mortality rates across temperate regions.
  • Multivariate regression models confirmed that higher temperatures were associated with lower mortality.
  • The effectiveness of vaccination campaigns on reducing mortality was found to be greater during colder periods.

Conclusions:

  • SARS-CoV-2 exhibits seasonal patterns, with decreased mortality during warmer months in temperate zones.
  • Public health strategies for managing COVID-19 and future pandemics should incorporate seasonal considerations.
  • Accounting for seasonality can help minimize mortality, reduce healthcare system burden, and sustain economic and social activities.