Michigan coronavirus cases up to 578,091; The death toll is now 15,273

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 578,091 as of Thursday, including 15,273 deaths, state officials report.

Thursday’s update includes 888 new cases and 85 additional deaths, including 72 from a Vital Records review. On Wednesday, the state reported a total of 577,203 cases and 15,188 deaths.

New cases of COVID-19 have flattened out and deaths are starting to decline. Tests have been steady, with more than 40,000 diagnostic tests reported daily on average, with a positive rate of 7 days below 4.0% as of Thursday. Hospitalizations have continued to decline in recent weeks.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 901 on Wednesday, almost the lowest since October. The average seven-day death toll was 28 on Wednesday. The state mortality rate is 2.6%. The state also reports “active cases,” which were listed on Wednesday at 43,900, almost the lowest since October.

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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 27.8 million cases have been reported in the US., with more than 490,875 dead reported by the virus.

All over the world, more than 110 million people have been confirmed infected and more than 2.4 million have died. More than 61 million have been recovered, according to Johns Hopkins University. 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 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
February 8 – 1,769 new cases (case count for two days)
February 9 – 563 new cases
From February 10 to 915 new cases
February 11: 1,284 new cases
February 12 – 1,193 new cases
February 13 – 852 new cases
February 15 – 1,265 new cases (case count for two days)
February 16 – 775 new cases
February 17 – 939 new cases
February 18 – 888 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:

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

Person-to-person dissemination

The virus is thought 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.

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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.

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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