Pregnant women in at-risk groups can receive the vaccine
The Public Health Authority has stated that pregnant women with a higher risk of serious illness can receive the vaccine.
Relief for vaccinated seniors
Vaccinated seniors may now return to a slightly more normal life with regard to contact with other people, writes the Swedish Public Health Agency.
Travellers from Brazil urged to get tested and avoid contact with others
The Public Health Agency of Sweden recommends that people who have been to Brazil and travelled into Sweden get tested for Covid-19 and avoid contact with others.
Moderna vaccine covered by pharmaceutical insurance scheme
A new agreement has been signed that means the state will bear the cost of any adverse effects of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
Class 3 snowfall alert for Västernorrland
The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute has issued a class 3 storm alert for Västernorrlands County. From Monday evening through Tuesday night, 40-70 centimetres of...
Important Public Announcement Fire and smoke
An Important Public Announcement regarding fire and smoke has been issued for Östersund in Jämtland County. People are urged to avoid the area, to go inside and close doors,...
Covid-19 vaccination begins on 27 December
On 27 December, vaccination against Covid-19 will begin in retirement homes in Sweden. The first shipment, with 9750 doses, will be distributed to all regions of the country.
Detailed recommendations for shops, shopping centres and training facilities
The Public Health Agency of Sweden has updated its advice to businesses. It is now clearer that businesses should determine a maximum number to be allowed on the premises at a...
Rapid tests for staff in care facilities
The state goes in and co-finances so-called rapid tests so that regions can quickly detect infection in, for example, nursing homes. This was announced by the government today.
The government is tightening restrictions before the Christmas weekend
The government is tightening a number of restrictions ahead of the Christmas and New Year weekend. Most restrictions apply from December 24 to January 24.