Michigan coronavirus cases up to 593,279; The death toll is now 15,600

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 593,279 since Thursday, including 15,600 deaths, state officials said.

Thursday’s update includes a total of 1,526 new cases and 37 additional deaths, including 29 identified during a Vital Records analysis. On Wednesday, the state reported 591,753 confirmed cases, including 15,563 deaths.

Testing has slowed in the past week, dropping to about 35,000 diagnostic tests reported on average per day, with a positive 7-day rate falling below 4.0% since Wednesday. Hospitalizations have flattened out in the past two weeks.

The 7-day moving average in Michigan for daily cases was 1,113 on Wednesday – which is slightly higher than last week. The average death toll for 7 days was 21 on Wednesday. The fatality rate of the state is 2.6%. The state also reports “active cases”, which were listed at 34,900 on Wednesday – the lowest since October. More than 541,000 have recovered in Michigan.

Michigan reported more than 2.3 million doses of COVID-19 administered, starting Wednesday.

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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 28.7 million cases have been reported in the United States., with more than 518,400 deaths reported by the virus.

All over the world, more than 115 million people were confirmed infected and more than 2.5 million died. More than 65 million were recovered, according to Johns Hopkins University. The real numbers are certainly much higher, due to limited tests, the different ways in which nations count deaths and the deliberate reporting of governments.

February 5 – 1,379 new cases
February 6 – 1,018 new cases
February 8 – 1,769 new cases (number of cases for two days)
February 9 – 563 new cases
February 10 – 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 (number of cases 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 (number of cases 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 (number of cases for two days)
March 2 – 1,067 new cases
March 3 – 1,536 new cases
March 4 – 1,526 new cases

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

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

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

Spread from person to person

It is believed that the virus spreads 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 may land in the mouths or noses of nearby people or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Can anyone spread the virus without getting sick?

It is believed that people are the most contagious when they are the most symptomatic (the sickest).
Some spread may be possible before people show symptoms; There have been reports of this with this new coronavirus, but it is not believed that this is the main way the virus spreads.

It spreads from contact with contaminated surfaces or objects

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

How easily the virus spreads

How easily a virus can spread from person to person. Some viruses are highly contagious (spread easily), such as measles, while other viruses do not spread as easily. Another factor is whether the spread is sustained, spreading continuously without stopping.

Prevention and treatment

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

Avoid close contact with sick people.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Stay home when you’re sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular cleaning spray or wipe.
Wear a mask or face mask 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 you blew your nose, he coughed or sneezed.

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People who believe they may have been exposed to COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider immediately.

Question about coronavirus? Ask Dr. McGeorge here.

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