Italy, one of the most affected countries in Europe, has started administering the deadly corona vaccine. The vaccine was administered at the Spallanjani Hospital in the capital, Rome, on Sunday morning.

According to local news reports, 25-year-old health worker Claudia Alvernini received the first vaccine. The vaccine was then given to 77-year-old Maria Rosaria Kapobianki, director of the hospital's virology laboratory.

Four female and one male health worker were taken in isolation after receiving the vaccine. During the difficult times in the country, this team of five people performed their duties with great skill and courage at the Spallanjani Hospital.

Meanwhile, the government has said that another 470,000 vaccines will be given in Italy next week. By January 15, 18 lakh 74 thousand 323 doses of vaccine will reach the country. The government has announced to provide free coronavirus vaccine to all citizens of the country in phases.

Meanwhile, the European Union is observing Sunday as 'Vaccine Day'. Because on Sunday, vaccination has started in 25 countries simultaneously.