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COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know Thursday

With the number of cases and hospitalizations climbing, Quebec has cancelled its Christmas gathering plans. Here's what you need to know.

Christmas gatherings are cancelled in red zones

The province wants to make sure there is physical distancing in shopping malls and stores during the busy holiday season. (Ivanoh Demers/Radio-Canada)
  • Quebec reported 1,470new cases ofCOVID-19 and 30more deaths on Thursday.
  • Since the start of the pandemic, there have been146,532confirmedcases and7,155people have died. Here's aguide to the numbers.
  • There are 737peoplein hospital (a decrease of three), including99in intensive care (no change).
  • CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, pleaseget in touch.

With the number of cases and hospitalizations climbing, Quebec has cancelled its Christmas gathering plans.

The province reported 1,470 new infections and 30 more deaths on Thursday, a day after ittopped 1,500 new infections for the first time.

The government is also looking to ensure crowded shopping malls and stores don't become vectors for the virus during the busy holiday shopping season.

Starting Friday, inspectors and policewill be more visible in malls and shops to make sure businesses are complying with public health measures.

Those who do not comply face fines of up to $6,000, or could be closed altogether.

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What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

  • Fever.
  • New or worsening cough.
  • Difficulty breathing.
  • Sudden loss of smell without a stuffy nose.
  • Gastrointestinal issues (such as nausea, diarrhea).

If you think you may have COVID-19, the government asks that you call18776444545to schedule an appointment at a screening clinic.

Quebec government reminders for preventing the spread of COVID-19:

  • Wash your hands frequently.
  • Avoid touching your face.
  • Wear a mask or face coveringwhen physical distancing is not possible. Wearing a mask is mandatory in enclosed public spaces across the province.
  • Stay at least two metres away from other people as much as possible.
  • Self-isolate for 14 days after returning from a stay outside the country.

You can find information on COVID-19 in the provincehereand information on the situation in Montrealhere.

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