The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 582,719 as of Tuesday, including 15,396 deaths, state officials report.
Tuesday’s update includes a total of 1,316 new cases and 34 additional deaths, including 18 from a Vital Records review. On Monday, the state reported 581,403 confirmed cases, including 15,362 deaths.
New cases of COVID-19 have flattened and deaths have decreased. Tests have been consistent with more than 40,000 diagnostic tests reported daily on average, with a positive rate of 7 days below 4.0% as of Monday. Hospitalizations have continued to decline in recent weeks.
Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 845 on Monday, almost the lowest since October. The average seven-day death toll was 26 on Monday. The state mortality rate is 2.6%. The state also reports “active cases,” which peaked Monday at 36,700, almost the lowest since October. More than 529,000 have recovered in Michigan.
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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 28.1 million cases have been reported in the US., with more than 500,000 dead reported by the virus.
All over the world, more than It has been confirmed that 111 million people have been infected and more than 2.4 million have died. More than 62 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 deliberate misinformation of some governments.
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January 23: 1,601 new cases
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January 25 – 3,011 new cases (case count for two days)
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January 26: 1,476 new cases
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January 27: 1,681 new cases
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January 28: 1,872 new cases
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January 29: 1,774 new cases
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January 30: 1,358 new cases
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February 1 – 2,066 new cases (case count for two days)
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February 2: 1,203 new cases
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February 3: 1,383 new cases
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February 4: 1,358 new cases
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February 5: 1,379 new cases
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February 6: 1,018 new cases
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February 8 – 1,769 new cases (case count for two days)
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February 9 – 563 new cases
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From February 10 to 915 new cases
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February 11: 1,284 new cases
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February 12 – 1,193 new cases
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February 13 – 852 new cases
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February 15 – 1,265 new cases (case count for two days)
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February 16 – 775 new cases
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February 17 – 939 new cases
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February 18 – 888 new cases
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February 19 – 1,193 new cases
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February 20 – 635 new cases
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February 22 – 1,484 new cases (case count for two days)
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February 23: 1,316 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 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.
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Between people who are in close contact with each other (about 6 feet).
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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?
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People are believed to be more contagious when they are more symptomatic (the sickest).
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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:
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Avoid close contact with sick people.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
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Stay home when you are sick.
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Cover your cough or sneezing with a cloth and then throw it in the trash.
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Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces that are frequently touched with a regular household cleaner or spray.
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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.
Read more about coronavirus here.
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