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New COVID Variant Nimbus Detected in Sweden Amid Global Spread

The new COVID-19 variant "Nimbus" is spreading quickly in Asia and infection cases have been found in Sweden, reports TV4 Nyheterna.

Swedish Theme Park Wins 28 Million Kronor in Pandemic Closure Case

The Swedish state is ordered to pay damages of approximately 28 million kronor to the theme park Astrid Lindgren's World after the forced closure during the pandemic.

Sweden Bans Laughing Gas for Intoxication Use

The Riksdag has passed a law that prohibits laughing gas for intoxication purposes. It will come into force on July 1.

Municipal Delays Impact Farm Alcohol Sales as Permits Begin

Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (CD) criticizes "extreme" differences between municipalities' fees and processing times. It is not reasonable for a task that is largely standardized.

Municipalities Vary in Approaches to Farm Sales of Beer and Wine

When farm sales of beer and wine are allowed from Sunday, it becomes clear how differently the municipalities choose to handle the permit process. In some cases, beer and wine manufacturers may have to wait until autumn. In others, a lightning-fast permit process is promised, so that sales can start as early as Sunday.

Free HPV Vaccination for Women Born 1994-1999 Ends June 30

Up to June 30, women born between 1994 and 1999 can get vaccinated against HPV free of charge. The goal is to eradicate cervical cancer, but to achieve this, more need to get the shot.

TikTok Shows Kids 17 Junk Food Ads Per Hour, Survey Finds

Children are flooded with advertisements for junk food on social media, a new survey shows. Unicef Sweden and the Heart-Lung Foundation are demanding new laws that prohibit the marketing of unhealthy foods to children and young people. It is a frightening reality that children and young people live in when it comes to advertising, says Pernilla Baralt, Secretary-General for Unicef Sweden.

Lower Covid Protection in Less Educated Elderly, Study Finds

Older individuals with a poor economy and/or low education have a weaker protection against covid-19. The proportion that continues to vaccinate themselves against the disease in these groups is lower and thereby the protection has become more unequal, shows a large study.

Legionella Bacteria Found at Stockholm Hospital: Patients Advised on Water Use

Patients at Södersjukhuset in Stockholm are advised against drinking directly from the tap and showering since water samples have shown that Legionella bacteria occur in the hospital's piping system, writes Aftonbladet.

Kullavinbergs Vineyard Expands as Sweden Eases Farm Alcohol Sales Rules

Kullavinbergs Vineyard in Skåne welcomes the reduced requirements for farm sales of alcohol and is already planning for an expansion of the vineyard. But the industry organization Visitia thinks that the requirement for information about the harmful effects of alcohol is "unreasonable".

Sweden Eases Requirements for Alcohol Sales at Farms

Sale of alcohol at farms shall be preceded by a visit arrangement of at least 30 minutes. This appears from the regulations the Public Health Agency has now.

Majority of Swedes Support Limiting Children's Screen Time

Two thirds of Swedes over 15 years old want to limit screen time for children, shows the latest Som survey.

Flu Season Ends with Significant Decrease in Cases

Last winter, the healthcare system sounded the alarm about high workload due to the flu. Now the season is coming to an end. There has been a fairly significant decrease over the past few weeks, says state epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén, who is also a professor of infectious diseases at the Sahlgrenska Academy.

First Anthrax Death in Thailand in 30 Years Reported

A Thai man has died of anthrax. It is the country's first death from the feared infectious disease in several decades.

Sweden Nears HPV Vaccine Goal to Eradicate Cervical Cancer

Sweden may be on its way to eradicate cervical cancer. A project with free HPV vaccines is in the final stretch – and the statistics look promising. We are very close to the goal, says Joakim Dillner at the Karolinska Institute.

Man Sentenced for Leaking Covid Vaccination Data in Sweden

A consultant who previously worked for the Public Health Agency (PHA) is convicted of breaching confidentiality after disclosing personal data of approximately 800 individuals who were vaccinated against covid-19.

Sweden's New Farm Sales Law Criticized for Complexity

From June 1, farm sales will be permitted in Sweden. But the Public Health Agency's detailed regulations receive harsh criticism. It's absurd, says Johan Hultberg (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Urges Vaccination for Seniors as Covid-19 Risk Persists

New Rules for Farm Sales Spark Criticism Over Hangover Threat

In June, it will be permitted to buy alcohol directly at vineyards and breweries. But it's not possible to just drop in and buy a bottle. Detailed rules are now being drawn up. Höganäs – which has been in the starting blocks for 15 years – is warning that everything may be delayed.

Ica Recalls Prawns Over Vibrio Bacteria Concerns

Young Men in Sweden Cut Risky Drinking by Half Over Two Decades

Young people in Sweden are saying no to alcohol to an increasingly greater extent. According to a new compilation from IQ, the risky consumption has almost halved among young people over the last 20 years – and the greatest change is among men.

Excessive Screen Time Disrupts Teen Sleep and Mental Health, Study Finds

Further studies indicate that screen time affects teenagers' sleep negatively. This is particularly evident among girls. Moreover, the risk of depressive symptoms increases, according to the Swedish study.

Critics Challenge Proposal to End Summer Grazing for Swedish Dairy Cows

The opposition is great against withdrawing dairy cows' right to graze outdoors during the summer. Critics warn that it is bad for the cows' health and that fewer will choose to buy Swedish.

Sweden Tightens Control on Opioids and Hazardous Substances