Day 6 of the COVID-19 lockdown in Denmark

Day 6 of the COVID-19 lockdown in Denmark.

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen underlines the need to break the chain of contagion, announces even more stringent measures. Public assemblies of more than 10 persons, whether indoors or out, are now prohibited. Indoor sports and facility centers, and establishments such as tattoo parlors, sports halls, and other establishments where patrons are in close quarters are likewise closed. Malls and shopping centers must close, except for stores where people can buy groceries, supplies and medicines. Restaurants, cafes, bars and other places serving food must be closed to patrons. The rules will be applicable from 10:00 am tomorrow, the 18th of March, until the 30th of March.
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People with experience, any experience at all, in health care have been urged to sign up with one of the five regions in Denmark (context: health and hospital care is administered by region). These might be retirees, people educated as nurses who have chosen other lines of work, or medical students. As of today, 10,000 people have registered.
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In a five-minute speech immediately after the press conference, Margrethe II, queen of Denmark, addresses the nation. This is unprecedented: up until today she has spoken to her constituents only on New Year's Eve. Calling the novel coronavirus a dangerous guest, she appeals to the nation to follow the clear-cut advice of the authorities and break the chain of contagion. What we do right now will impact how the situation develops. She chides as "thoughtless" those who have continued to host birthday parties and congregate in social situations. She does not end her speech with the customary "Gud bevare Danmark." (God save/keep Denmark). It is a reminder that our fate is in our hands.
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Some stats for context: 977 people infected, 82 people are in hospital, 18 in serious condition, 4 deaths. Denmark's population: 5.5 million. Population of the Copenhagen area: 1 million. First recorded coronavirus case: February 25.