Anders Tegnell

Anders Tegnell is a Swedish epidemiologist who served as the State Epidemiologist of Sweden, leading the country's public health response during the COVID-19 pandemic. He is known for advocating a strategy focused on voluntary measures, minimal restrictions, and reliance on herd immunity, rather than strict lockdowns. Tegnell's approach sparked international debate, balancing public health concerns with social and economic considerations. He is recognized for his expertise in infectious disease control and his role in shaping Sweden's unique pandemic response.