Michigan coronavirus cases up to 504,410; The death toll is now 12,867

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 504,410 since Tuesday, including 12,867 deaths, state officials said.

Tuesday’s update includes 2,291 new cases and 189 additional deaths, including 117 from a Vital Records review. On Monday, the state reported a total of 502,119 cases and 12,678 deaths.

New COVID-19 cases are slowing, but deaths remain high in Michigan. Testing slowed during the holidays, with over 35,000 diagnostic tests reported per day, with the positive rate rising to about 9% in recent days. Hospitalizations have declined slowly, but remain relatively high, including in critical care and the use of ventilators.

The 7-day moving average in Michigan for daily cases was 3,087 months, slightly higher than the previous week. The average 7-day death rate was 77. The state mortality rate is 2.5%. The state also reports “active cases”, which were listed on Monday at 126,000. More than 363,000 have recovered in Michigan.

According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 20.8 million cases have been reported in the United States, with more than 353,900 reported deaths from the virus.

Worldwide, more than 85 million people have been confirmed infected and more than 1.85 million have died. More than 48 million have been 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.

• December 5 – 6,004 new cases
• December 7 – 9,350 new cases (number of cases for two days)
• December 8 – 5,909 new cases
• December 9 – 4,905 new cases
• December 10 – 5,937 new cases
• December 11 – 5,157 new cases
• December 12 – 4,486 new cases
• December 14 – 7,205 new cases (number of cases for two days)
• December 15 – 4,730 new cases
• December 16 – 4,037 new cases
• December 17 – 4,024 new cases
• December 18 – 4,180 new cases
• December 19 – 3,896 new cases
• December 21 – 4,551 new cases (number of cases for two days)
• December 22 – 3,082 new cases
• December 23 – 3,443 new cases
• December 26 – 7,341 new cases (number of cases for three days)
• December 28 – 3,239 new cases (number of cases for two days)
• December 29 – 3,414 new cases
• December 30 – 4,222 new cases
• January 2 – 8,983 new cases (number of cases for three days)
• January 4 – 4,992 new cases (number of cases for two days)
• January 5 – 2,291 new cases

• Follow-up of cases and deaths in Michigan COVID-19 nursing homes
• Tracking data on COVID-19 hospitals in Michigan

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 severe illnesses, including pneumonia and death.

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

• Full coverage: Coronavirus 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 this is not thought to be 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

Currently, there is no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). 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.

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