According to a recent report there are 4,435 confirmed cases of covid 19 in Sweden with 180 reported deaths. Young children in Sweden are still going to school though universities and secondary schools have been closed due to the epidemic. Shops, pubs and restaurants remain open in Sweden but are reported to be very quiet. People have to keep a distance of 2 metres from the bar according to the report, and must be seated. Should be social distancing.
Covid 19 cases in the u.s. are estimated at 120,000; fatalities reportedly surpassing 2000. High risk areas believed to be New York and Seattle. There is no interstate travel ban but New York has closed all bars, restaurants and anywhere people might congregate. States and cities can reportedly make their own decisions on what measures to introduce providing they stick to wider regulations; presumably social distancing and hygiene. Corona virus is said to be passed via droplets; sneezing, coughing etc. Masks should be worn if symptomatic.