There is currently no shortage of security visors in Robertsfors. But mouth guard, which is supposed to protect personnel against any fluid particles from covid patients, is more difficult to obtain.

"Mouth protection is a scarce commodity throughout Sweden, but we have a warehouse where we can handle a number of days," says Lena Andersson, operations manager for health care in Robertsfors municipality.

Have been out on time

The municipality has tried to be at the forefront and place orders on time for protective equipment for healthcare personnel. A local company has manufactured visors to meet demand.

- Right now we have protective equipment so that it suffices and we try to build a warehouse. The question of how long it will take for more patients to get sick, says Patrik Nilsson (S), municipal council.

How is the feeling here after the death among home care staff in Skellefteå?

- I can't speak for the staff, but I read that it was a death. It is deeply regrettable. We are in an incredibly stressed situation where everyone is worried about access to protective equipment, ”says Lena Andersson.