Booster shot for more groups
Update October 2: The Swedish Public Health Agency has changed the recommendation regarding the vaccine from Moderna. Their assessment is that only half a dose is needed for those who receive a booster from Moderna. Original text: The Swedish Public Health Agency ("Folkhälsomyndigheten")…
The Embassy of Sweden on the earthquake on Crete
A powerful earthquake struck the Greek island of Crete on Monday morning. Swedish citizens in the area are requested to follow the instructions of local authorities and to keep themselves updated about the course of events.
Vaccination being offered to those 12 years and older
The Public Health Agency of Sweden ("Folkhälsomyndigheten") has decided to recommend vaccination against Covid-19 from the age of 12 years. The decision is based on the assessment that the benefits of vaccination outweigh the drawbacks.
Unvaccinated people should continue to be careful after September 29
The Swedish Public Health Agency has produced new general advice aimed at adults who have not been vaccinated. This is because unvaccinated people are at greater risk of contracting Covid-19 and infecting others.
Several restrictions being removed on 29th September
According to the Public Health Agency ("Folkhälsomyndigheten"), restrictions concerning audience limits and restaurants are no longer necessary from a point of view of protection against infection.
Important Public Announcement regarding fire and smoke has been issued for Botkyrka Municipality, Stockholm County
Update 6 September 06.30: The warning about a fire has been withdrawn.