Vs Australia that went strong on tracing and lockdowns when needed.
It’s population is less than 40% of Australia. But, cases: Sw 1 million +, AU 32,000 +; Deaths: Sw 14,615, AU 916. That’s 1,438 deaths per million of population in Sweden and 35 per mil in AU. plus, AU has had months of zero death av, until Delta and, Delta is only just getting started in Sweden. What might save Sweden from a big death rate may be vaccinations and - a lot of their vulnerable may already have had the virus.
Sweden is now also 60% vaccinated. Higher than the USA with a population that is considerate of these risks to others. They chose to do this differently but the general populous have always been more conscientious that the objectors in the USA. It's never been do nothing for them as they tended to follow the recommendations of the government.
Here's their current guideline which are are being followed withoput complaint:
If you travel a long way and socialise with others during the trip or at your destination, you should do so in a way that minimises the risk of spreading infection. This includes keeping your distance, self-isolating if you experience symptoms, and not socialising indoors with other people for a long time.
You should plan ahead so that if you develop symptoms, you are able to self-isolate at your destination and then travel home in a way that minimises the risk of spreading infection.
If you develop COVID-19 symptoms at your destination, you should get tested and stay indoors as secluded as you can or travel home in a safe manner to reduce the risk of spreading infection.
If you are travelling abroad, you should be especially careful and find out what applies when you return to Sweden.
Going to events or restaurants
As of 1 July, new regulations apply to businesses on how many participants or guests can be received, for example, at a restaurant, concert or sports event. The number of permitted people depends on whether it is an outdoor or indoor venue and whether there are designated seats or not. At restaurants, all guests must be seated and eating and drinking. Businesses also have to impose measures to ensure visitors and guests are sufficiently spaced out and they are required to provide information on infection control measures.
It is important to remember that guidelines and recommendations concerning everyone's responsibility to avoid infection also apply to you as a visitor or guest and you must comply with the organiser's or business's instructions.
Shopping
The recommendation to shop alone has been removed but it is still essential that people in shops, shopping centres or other public environments avoid crowding and keep a proper distance as far as possible. The purpose of the rules for businesses is to make it easier for people to keep their distance from others and to avoid crowding.
If you are planning a private gathering
Avoid larger parties or other private gatherings with many new acquaintances, especially indoors. Plan the gathering so people can keep their distance and preferably meet up outdoors. Special consideration must be shown to people who belong to at-risk groups.
It is permitted for property-owners to rent out premises for a private gathering, such as a party, for up to 50 people. However, visitors must still follow the general guidelines and recommendations, such as keeping their distance and staying at home if they have any symptoms.
For those who have been vaccinated
If you are fully vaccinated or been given one dose at least three weeks ago, you are significantly less likely to be infected and suffer from serious illness. The risk of infecting others is therefore also lower, but it is not zero. Therefore, you should continue to follow the general recommendations in society and take precautions when you socialise in contexts where you make new contacts, especially if they have not been vaccinated or if they belong to an at-risk group.
I'm very happy for Sweden but your type of post has happened in the past before the other shoe hit the floor.
Lets hope Delta doesn't hit them as hard as elsewhere and their higher compliance of contentiousness proves successful. Their attempt at herd immunity may help them here but it was at a cost. In this country, we've stopped getting the shot and in much of the country, also stopped treating this as a threat, feeding the Bear.