COVID-19 cases will go up as Alberta reopens many activities: health experts – EverythingGP

By Canadian Press

Jun 10, 2020

EDMONTON Health experts say it makes sense for Alberta to take the next step in reopening itseconomy, but warn there will be an uptick in COVID-19 cases due to the inability to physically distance in some situations.

Premier Jason Kenneyannounced on Tuesday thateverything from casinos, gyms and arenasto spas, movie theatres andpools will be allowed to reopen on Friday.

Dr. Christopher Mody, whos the head of microbiology, immunology and infectious disease at the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, says Albertas case numbers support moving forward.

There were 356 active cases on Tuesday, with 46 people in hospital and six of those in intensive care.

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