Minister Nina Larsson undergoes surgery for breast cancer

Swedish gender equality minister Nina Larsson has had a breast cancer tumour removed, SVT reports. The tumour was discovered in the week after the election.

Larsson told Femina she had expected a digital confirmation that everything was normal after her mammogram. A few weeks later, she received a letter saying she needed follow-up examinations.

Tests confirmed the cancer. Larsson said she initially kept the diagnosis to herself while she processed it, and that telling her children and parents was the hardest part. Liberal Party leader Simona Mohamsson was among those told early and has been a source of support.

Larsson is waiting to learn what further treatment she will need.