Michigan coronavirus cases up to 598,014; The death toll is now 15,670

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 598,014 as of Monday, including 15,670 deaths, state officials report.

Monday’s update includes a total of 1,960 new cases and four additional deaths over the past two days. On Saturday, the state reported 596,054 confirmed cases, including 15,666 deaths.

Tests have slowed over the past week and have dropped to about 35,000 reported diagnostic tests daily, with a positive 7-day rate above 4.0% as of Monday. Hospitalizations have increased over the past two weeks.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 1,266 on Monday, slightly higher than last week. The average seven-day death toll was 18 on Monday. The state mortality rate is 2.6%. The state also reports “active cases,” which ranked 32,500 on Monday, almost the lowest it has been since October. More than 549,000 have recovered in Michigan.

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Michigan has reported more than that 2.5 million doses of COVID-19 administered, starting Friday.

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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 29 million cases have been reported in the US., with more than 525,000 dead informed of the virus.

All over the world, more than It has been confirmed that 116.9 million people have been infected and more than 2.5 million have died. More than 66 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.

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
February 19 – 1,193 new cases
February 20 – 635 new cases
February 22 – 1,484 new cases (case count for two days)
February 23: 1,316 new cases
February 24: 1,245 new cases
February 25: 1,388 new cases
February 26 – 1,073 new cases
February 27 – 1,156 new cases
March 1 – 1,569 new cases (case count for two days)
March 2: 1,067 new cases
March 3: 1,536 new cases
March 4 – 1,526 new cases
March 5: 1,486 new cases
March 6: 1,289 new cases
March 8 – 1,960 new cases (case count for two days)

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 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?

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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.

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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