Netherlands too). They have mostly avoided shutdowns and are only restricting groups of 50 or more. If you are looking for a place to do some pandemic skiing, their slopes and resorts are still open. They haven’t ruled out taking more drastic measures, however. It will be interesting to see how this plays out.

“Sweden shut only its high schools and colleges, kept its preschools, grade schools, pubs, restaurants and borders open — and put no limits on the slopes.

“In fact, Sweden has stayed open for business...

“Sweden’s approach appeals to the public’s self-restraint and sense of responsibility, Mr. Tegnell said. ‘That’s the way we work in Sweden. Our whole system for communicable disease control is based on voluntary action. The immunization system is completely voluntary and there is 98 percent coverage,’ he explained.

“Mr. Tragardh said Swedes’ level of trust was manifested in other ways: Not only do citizens have confidence in public institutions and governmental agencies and vice versa, but high social trust exists among citizens, as well.”