Swedes ignore their first-ever lockdown as country sees record number of new Covid infections with people continuing to cram onto buses and throw dinner parties despite restrictions Sweden announced stricter recommendations for its three biggest cities Despite this, people are continuing to cram onto buses and hold dinner parties The country registered a record 4,697 … Read more
Sweden declares victory on Covid: Only 1.3% of Swedes tested for coronavirus have the disease down from 19% at pandemic’s height – with local experts saying it vindicates their no-lockdown ‘herd immunity’ strategy Tiny proportion came up positive after more than 120,000 tests over last week Nation has recorded 5,838 deaths but infection numbers falling … Read more
Sweden’s loose approach to lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic has resulted in fewer Swedes developing antibodies to the virus than anticipated, a study found. Sweden has opted for a more liberal strategy during the pandemic as much of Europe hunkered down behind closed doors. Keeping most schools, restaurants, bars and businesses open the country adopted … Read more