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

The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan rose to 598,014 on Monday, including 15,670 dead, state officials report.

Monday’s update includes a total of 1,960 new cases and four additional deaths in the past two days. On Saturday, the state reported 596,054 confirmed cases, including 15,666 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 above 4.0% as of Monday. Hospital admissions have declined in the past two weeks.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 1,266 on Monday – slightly higher than last week. The seven-day death average was 18 Monday. The state’s death rate is 2.6%. The state is also reporting “active cases,” which stood at 32,500 Monday – nearly the lowest since October. More than 549,000 have been restored in Michigan.

Michigan has more than reported 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 reported by the virus.

Worldwide more than 116.9 million people are infected and more than 2.5 million have diedMore than 66 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 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
March 5 – 1,486 new cases
March 6 – 1,289 new cases
March 8 – 1,960 new cases (number of cases for two days)

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 with this new coronavirus, but this is not considered the main way the virus spreads.

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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