Sweden recorded its highest death tally in 150 years for the first half of 2020, according to the country's official statistics office. Unlike most countries, Sweden did not go into a lockdown when the pandemic spread across Europe in early spring.
Sweden recorded its highest death tally in 150 years for the first half of 2020, according to the country's official statistics office.
Between January and June this year, 51,405 deaths were registered -- more than 6,500 fatalities over the same period in 2019. This is the highest number of deaths in Sweden during the first half of the year since 1869, when the country was struck by famine and 55,431 people died.Sweden has recorded its highest number of deaths during the first half of the year since 1869, when the country was struck by famine. Pictured, a cafe in Stockholm.
'No proof,' Official defends Sweden's controversial Covid-19 move 02:06Unlike most countries, Sweden did not go into a lockdown when the pandemic spread across Europe in early spring. Instead, there was an emphasis on personal responsibility, with most bars, schools, restaurants and salons remaining open. Despite the more relaxed approach, only 7.
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