Michigan coronavirus cases up to 178,180; The death toll is now 7,340

The number of confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Michigan rose to 178,180 on Saturday, including 7,340 deaths, state officials report.

Saturday’s update represents 3,792 new cases – Michigan’s single-day total. Saturday’s update also represents 31 additional deaths, 20 of which were identified from a vital examination. The state reported a total of 174,388 cases and 7,309 deaths on Friday.

On Saturday, the state reported a total of 121,093 recoveries.

New cases and deaths of COVID-19 continue to rise in Michigan. Tests have increased in recent weeks, with more than 40,000 diagnostic tests reported per day, but the positive rate has risen to over 5%. Hospitalizations have increased steadily over the past four weeks, including increases in intensive care and ventilator use.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 2,879 on Saturday – the highest on record. The state’s death rate is 4.1%. The state is also reporting “active cases,” which stood at 52,000 on Friday, its highest score on record.

According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 3.5 million people have recovered in the United States, with more than 9 million cases reported across the country. More than 229,000 have died in the United States

Worldwide, more than 45.7 million people have been confirmed to be infected and more than 1.19 million have died, according to Johns Hopkins University. The real numbers are certainly much higher, due to the limited testing, the different ways nations count the dead, and the deliberate underreporting of some governments.

New daily Michigan COVID-19 totals since September 10

• September 10 – 924 new cases
• September 11 – 1,313 new cases
• September 12 – 692 new cases
• September 14 – 1,088 new cases (number of cases over two days)
• September 15 – 571 new cases
• September 16 – 680 new cases
• September 17 – 829 new cases
• September 18 – 695 new cases
• September 19 – 483 new cases
• September 21 – 1,536 new cases (number of cases over two days)
• September 22 – 504 new cases
• September 23 – 705 new cases
• September 24 – 982 new cases
• September 25 – 929 new cases
• September 26 – 901 new cases
• September 28 – 1,308 new cases (number of cases over two days)
• September 29 – 898 new cases
• September 30 – 1,054 new cases
• October 1 – 891 new cases
• 2-780 new cases
• October 3 – 1,158 new cases
• October 5 – 1,407 new cases (number of cases over two days)
• October 6 – 903 new cases
• October 7 – 1,016 new cases
• October 8 – 1,197 new cases
• October 9 – 1,095 new cases
• October 10 – 1,522 new cases
• October 12 – 1,809 new cases (number of cases over two days)
• October 13 – 1237 new cases
• October 14 – 1,359 new cases
• Oct 15 – 2,030 new cases (number of cases swelled due to system slowdown)
• October 16 – 2015 new cases
• October 17 – 1,791 new cases
• October 19 – 2,909 new cases (number of cases over two days)
• October 20 – 1,586 new cases
• October 21 – 1,597 new cases
• October 22 – 1873 new cases
• October 23 – 1,826 new cases
• October 24 – 3,338 new cases
• October 26 – 3,881 new cases (number of cases over two days)
• October 27 – 2,367 new cases
• October 28 – 3,271 new cases
• October 29 – 3,675 new cases (number of cases swelled due to network connectivity issues)
• October 30 – 3,168 new cases
• October 31 – new cases

Latest COVID-19 data in Michigan:

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• Michigan COVID-19 Hospital Data Tracking

For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms that go away within two to three weeks. For some, especially the elderly and people with existing health problems, it can lead to more serious illnesses, including pneumonia and death.

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

• Full coverage: Coronavirus in Michigan

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

How COVID-19 is spread

Person-to-person spread

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

• Between people who are in close contact with each other (about six feet away).
• By respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people nearby, or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Can anyone spread the virus without getting sick?

• It is believed that people are most contagious when they are the most symptomatic (sickest).
• Some spread may be possible before people show symptoms; this has been reported to occur with this new coronavirus, but this is not believed to be the primary means of spreading the virus.

Spread by contact with contaminated surfaces or objects

It is possible that a person can catch COVID-19 by touching a surface or object containing the virus and then touching their own mouth, nose, or perhaps their eyes, but this is not believed to be the main one. virus path. spreads.

The ease with which the virus spreads

The ease with which a virus spreads from person to person can vary. Some viruses are very contagious (spread easily), such as measles, while other viruses do not spread as easily. Another factor is whether the spread is sustained, continuously expanding without stopping.

Prevention and treatment

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent the disease is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, the CDC still recommends daily preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses, including:

• Avoid close contact with sick people.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Stay home when you are 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 household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Wear a mask or face mask when you are in public.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the toilet; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.

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

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