Michigan coronavirus cases up to 567,648; The death toll is now 14,894

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 567,648 since Saturday, including 14,894 deaths, state officials report.

Saturday’s update includes 1,018 new cases and 97 additional deaths. The deaths announced Saturday include 82 deaths identified during a Vital Records review.

On Friday, the state of Michigan reported a total of 566,630 cases and 14,797 deaths.

In addition, the state reported a total of 498,495 recoveries of COVID-19 on Saturday.

New cases of COVID-19 have flattened and deaths are beginning to decline. Tests have been consistent with more than 40,000 diagnostic tests reported daily on average, with a positive rate of 7 days to 4.6% as of Thursday. Hospitalizations have continued to decline in recent weeks.

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Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 1,306 on Thursday, the lowest since October. The average seven-day death toll was 46 on Thursday. The state mortality rate is 2.6%. The state also reports “active cases,” which rose to 68,700 on Thursday, the lowest since November.

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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 26.8 million cases have been reported in the US., with more than 459,000 dead reported by the virus.

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All over the world, more than 105 million people have been confirmed infected and more than 2.3 million have died. The actual figures are certainly much higher, due to limited evidence, different ways in which nations count the dead, and the lack of deliberate reports from some governments.

January 2 – 8,983 new cases (case count for three days)
January 4 – 4,992 new cases (case count for two days)
January 5: 2,291 new cases
January 6: 4,326 new cases
January 7: 4,015 new cases
January 8: 3,625 new cases
January 9: 2,706 new cases
January 11 – 4,536 new cases (case count for two days)
January 12: 1,994 new cases
January 13: 2,694 new cases
January 14: 2,698 new cases
January 15: 2,598 new cases
January 16: 1,932 new cases
January 18: 2,843 new cases (case count for two days)
January 19: 1,738 new cases
January 20: 2,031 new cases
January 21: 2,165 new cases
January 22: 2,157 new cases
January 23: 1,601 new cases
January 25 – 3,011 new cases (case count for two days)
January 26: 1,476 new cases
January 27: 1,681 new cases
January 28: 1,872 new cases
January 29: 1,774 new cases
January 30: 1,358 new cases
February 1 – 2,066 new cases (case count for two days)
February 2: 1,203 new cases
February 3: 1,383 new cases
February 4: 1,358 new cases
February 5: 1,379 new cases
February 6: 1,018 new cases

For most people, coronavirus causes mild to moderate symptoms that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more serious illnesses, including pneumonia and death.

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The following is a chronology of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan:

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Here are COVID-19 Michigan cases broken down by sex (see them here if you don’t see the table):

Person-to-person dissemination

The virus is believed to spread mainly from person to person.

Between people who are in close contact with each other (about 6 feet).
Through respiratory drops produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These drops can land in the mouth or nose of nearby people or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Can anyone spread the virus without being sick?

People are believed to be more contagious when they are more symptomatic (the sickest).
Some spread may be possible before people show symptoms; there have been reports of this with this new coronavirus, but this is not believed to be the main means of spreading the virus.

It spreads by contact with contaminated surfaces or objects

It may be possible for a person to get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus and then touch their own mouth, nose, or possibly eyes, but this is not believed to be the main form of the virus spreads.

How easily the virus spreads

The ease with which a virus spreads from person to person can vary. Some viruses are highly contagious (they spread easily), like measles, while other viruses do not spread as easily. Another factor is whether the spread is sustained, spreading continuously non-stop.

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Prevention and treatment

The best way to prevent disease is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends daily preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses, including:

Avoid close contact with sick people.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your cough or sneezing with a cloth and then throw it in the trash.
Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces that are frequently touched with a regular household cleaner or spray.
Wear a mask or face liner when in public.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.

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People who think they may have been exposed to COVID-19 should contact their doctor immediately.

Do you have any questions about coronavirus? Ask Dr. McGeorge here.

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