COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know on Monday
Quebec sees more than 200 new cases for fifth consecutive day
- Quebec reported 276 new cases of COVID-19 and no additional deaths Monday. Since the start of the pandemic, there have been 65,262 confirmed cases and 5,780 people have died.
- There are 124 people in hospital (no change), including 19 in intensive care (no change). Here's a guide to the numbers.
- CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, please get in touch.
- Having trouble keeping track of what has reopened? Consult our list.
The number of COVID-19 confirmed cases in Quebec continued to climb Monday, with 276 reported — the fifth day in a row the province has seen more than 200 cases.
Quebec now has a seven-day moving average of 25.9 cases per million inhabitants, surpassing the 20 cases per million public health had set as a threshold last month.
Last Friday, Health Minister Christian Dubé shifted the target to between 20 and 25 cases per million, saying he wouldn't be concerned if the daily numbers remained in that area. Quebec has now passed that threshold as well.
In announcing the latest numbers on Monday, Dubé said the province is seeing an increase in outbreaks, as well as community transmission. Hospitalizations, however, remained steady and there were no new deaths reported.
At the peak of the pandemic in the spring, Quebec often reported upwards of 800 cases per day.
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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.
If you think you may have COVID-19, the government asks that you call 1‑877‑644‑4545 to 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 covering when 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 province here and information on the situation in Montreal here.
