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

The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan rose to 593,279 on Thursday, including 15,600 dead, state officials report.

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

Testing has slowed over the past week, to an average of 35,000 diagnostic tests reported per day, with a 7-day positive rate below 4.0% as of Wednesday. Hospital admissions have declined in the past two weeks.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 1113 Wednesday, which is slightly higher than last week. The seven-day death average was Wednesday 21. The state’s death rate is 2.6%. The state is also reporting “active cases,” which stood at 34,900 on Wednesday – the lowest since October. More than 541,000 have been restored in Michigan.

Michigan has more than reported 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 US., with more than 518,400 dead reported by the virus.

Worldwide more than 115 million people are infected and more than 2.5 million have diedMore than 65 million have been recovered, according to Johns Hopkins University. The actual numbers are certainly much higher, due to limited testing, different ways nations count the dead, and deliberate under-reporting by some 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, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms that resolve within two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and those with pre-existing health conditions, it can cause more serious illness, including pneumonia and death.

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Here’s a timeline of confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Michigan:

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

Spread from person to person

The virus is believed to mainly spread from person to person.

Between people who are in close contact with each other (within about 1.8 meters).
By means of breath drops that are produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These drops can get into the mouths or noses of nearby people or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Can someone spread the virus without being sick?

People are thought to be most contagious when they are most symptomatic (the sickest).
Some spread may be possible before people show symptoms; There have been reports of this happening with this new coronavirus, but this is not considered the main way the virus is spreading.

Spread through contact with contaminated surfaces or objects

It is possible that a person could get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object containing the virus and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not considered the main way the virus is transmitted causes. spreads.

How easily the virus spreads

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

Prevention and treatment

The best way to prevent illness is to avoid exposure to this virus. As a reminder, CDC always recommends daily preventative measures to help prevent the spread of respiratory disease, including:

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Do not touch your eyes, nose and mouth.
Stay at home when you are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue paper and dispose of the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces with a normal household cleaning spray or cloth.
Wear a mask or face cover in public.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom. before dinner; 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 healthcare provider immediately.

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