COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know Wednesday
Quebec wants rapid testing, stronger quarantine enforcement for travellers
- Quebec reported 2,511 new caseson Wednesday and 41more deaths, 10of which occurred in the last 24 hours.
- Since the start of the pandemic, there have been 199,822confirmed cases and 8,165people have died.Here's aguide to the numbers.
- There are 1,211 people in hospital (an increase of80), including 152 in intensive care (an increase of four).
- 2,739 doses ofvaccine were administered yesterday, for a total of25,315.
- CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, pleaseget in touch.
Quebec wants travellers returning home after spending the holidaysabroad to be tested for COVID-19 before hopping on their return flight, and once again upon their arrival, the provincial health minister said.
Saying the situation in Quebec hospitals is "critical," particularly in the Montreal area, Health Minister Christian Dub announced he is asking the federal government for stricter rules around international travel, including the use of rapid tests and stronger enforcement of the 14-day quarantine required by law.
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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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