Michigan coronavirus cases up to 548,069; The death toll is now 14,291

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 548,069 since Saturday, including 14,291 deaths, state officials said.

Saturday’s update includes 1,601 new cases and 221 additional deaths. On Friday, the state reported a total of 546,468 cases and 14,070 deaths.

The deaths announced on Saturday include 205 identified during a Vital Records review.

Michigan reported a total of 463,106 COVID-19 recoveries on Saturday.

The new COVID-19 cases have flattened and deaths are starting to slow down. Testing was constant, with over 40,000 diagnostic tests reported on average per day, with an average positive rate of 7 days below 7%. Hospitalizations continue to decline over the past few weeks.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was Thursday, 1,901, the lowest in October. The average death in 7 days was 65 on Thursday. The fatality rate of the state is 2.6%. The state also reports “active cases”, which were listed on Thursday at 87,900 – close to the lowest level in November.

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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 24.8 million cases have been reported in the United States., with more than 414,600 deaths reported by the virus.

Worldwide, over 98.3 million people have been confirmed infected and more than 2.1 million died. 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 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

• January 6 – 4,326 new cases

• January 7 – 4,015 new cases

• January 8 – 3,625 new cases

• January 9 – 2,706 new cases

• January 11 – 4,536 new cases (number of cases for two days)

• January 12 – 1,994 new cases

• January 13 – 2,694 new cases

• January 14 – 2,698 new cases

• January 15 – 2,598 new cases

• January 16 – 1,932 new cases

• January 18 – 2,843 new cases (number of cases for two days)

• 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

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 may 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.

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