Canadians considering gathering with loved ones over the holidays this year need to come to terms with some harsh realities. But COVID-19 is insidious, an unwanted guest that can slip in unnoticed and wreak havoc despite our best efforts to control it. WATCH | Dr. Theresa Tam advises no large gatherings or non-essential travelCan you celebrate the holidays as usual? McGeer says viruses like influenza, chickenpox and measles typically present symptoms in the body before people are infectious — but the virus behind COVID-19 is different. A person can certainly be infected, infectious, and feel completely fine."

Source: CBC News November 28, 2020 09:00 UTC