Sweden admits failure to protect elderly in care homes

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Sweden, whose softer approach to the coronavirus has garnered international attention, admits it has failed to adequately protect the elderly, with around half of Covid-19 deaths occurring among nursing home residents, AFP reports.

Reports have flooded Swedish media in recent weeks of care home staff continuing to work despite a lack of protective gear.

Others have refused to work and workers are encouraged to stay home even with mild symptoms, leaving homes short-staffed.

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Reports have flooded Swedish media of care home staff continuing to work despite a lack of protective gear. — AFP
Reports have flooded Swedish media of care home staff continuing to work despite a lack of protective gear. — AFP

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