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Coronavirus pandemic | Sweden releases early results of 'herd immunity' strategy

Coronavirus pandemic | Sweden releases early results of ‘herd immunity’ strategy
What you need to know
The numbers: More than 5.8 million cases of Covid-19 have been reported worldwide, as well as more 360,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
Brazil infection rate accelerates: The Latin American country has the second-highest number of cases globally. Some experts say the toll could quintuple by August.
The world reopens: Spain, Turkey, France, Britain and Brazil have all announced plans to at least partially lift lockdowns and resume businesses. Restrictions are also easing in Asian countries like the Philippines and Japan.