Rapid tests, Holiday gatherings, Omicron variant: Christian Dubé will have several topics on the menu during his 1 p.m. press briefing on the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Even if hospitalizations are on the rise, Quebec should maintain the gatherings of 20 people for the holiday season.
However, health authorities are keeping an eye on the Omicron variant as transmission is on the rise in Ontario.
Also, the Minister of Health should indicate that Quebec intends to increase the pace to administer a third dose of vaccine as quickly as possible.
Rapid tests
In addition, to counter the wait in screening centers, rapid tests should be distributed to Quebecers in time for Christmas gatherings.