- Unlike Växjö, they are not on a centered campus.

They are scattered throughout the city where associations are not gathered, and often socialize in small groups.

And we have no established infection in Kalmar, he says.

Why is it important that you continue in Kalmar?

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Because the introduction is an incredibly important week for newcomers.

It was not an easy decision to close the zero in Växjö.

And we do not see why Kalmar should be affected by the situation in Växjö.

High risk according to infection control

It is the university management that is responsible for shutdowns and is also obliged to report if there are any cases of infection to the infection control region.

- We have a fairly large group of unvaccinated young people who are thereby susceptible.

And then you have to assess that there is a significant risk of the spread of infection in connection with the zeroing activities, says Staffan Sylvan, acting.

infection control physician at Region Kalmar.

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In the clip above, Maria Larsson, who is head of student health, explains why she stood behind the students' zeroing.

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