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COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know on Wednesday

What do health experts think of Quebec's revised school plans? A look at this and more you need to know today.

Some health experts satisfied with revised back-to-school plans but questions still remain

People wear face masks as they cross a street in Montreal Sunday. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press)
  • Quebec reported95new cases of COVID-19 and 12 deaths Wednesday. Elevenof those deaths occurred last spring but had not been previously calculated. Since the start of the pandemic, there have been60,813 confirmedcases and 5,709people have died.
  • There are 151 peoplein hospital (no change), including 20in intensive care (a decrease of one). Here's aguide to the numbers.
  • CBC Montreal is collecting stories from Quebecers who have recovered from COVID-19. If you would like to share your experience, pleaseget in touch.
  • Having trouble keeping track of what has reopened?Consult our list.

Education Minister Jean-Franois Roberge announced major revisions to the government's strategy for mitigating the risks of returning to school earlier this week.

The new plans includemandatory masks in common areas of the school for students in grade 5 and up and does away with the idea of classroom "bubbles."

While the new planaddresses many of the major concerns of health experts, there are some notable holes they hope will be addressed in subsequent revisions, including questions surrounding classroom sizes and layouts.

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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 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 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 hereand information on the situation in Montreal here.

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