Michigan coronavirus cases up to 538,377; The death toll is now 13,824

The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan rose to 538,377 on Monday, including 13,824 deaths, state officials report.

Monday’s update includes 2,843 new cases and 20 more deaths in the past two days. On Saturday, the state reported a total of 535,534 cases and 13,804 deaths.

New cases of COVID-19 have leveled off and deaths are starting to subside. Testing was stable with over 40,000 diagnostic tests reported per day on average, with an average 7-day positive rate of less than 7%. Hospitalizations continue to decline in recent weeks.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 2,108 on Monday, the lowest since October. The 7-day average of deaths was 56 on Monday. The state’s death rate is 2.6%. The state is also reporting “active cases,” which were listed at 82,200 on Monday – near the lowest since November.

According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 23.9 million cases have been reported in the United States., with over 397,000 dead reported by the virus.

Globally, more than 95 million people have been confirmed infected and more than 2 million died. More … than 51 million have recovered, 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.

• 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 over two days)

• December 22 – 3,082 new cases

• December 23 – 3,443 new cases

• December 26 – 7,341 new cases (number of cases over three days)

• December 28 – 3,239 new cases (number of cases over two days)

• December 29 – 3,414 new cases

• December 30 – 4,222 new cases

• January 2 – 8,983 new cases (number of cases over three days)

• January 4 – 4,992 new cases (number of cases over 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 over two days)

• January 12 – 1994 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 over two days)

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 illness, including pneumonia and death.

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

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

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 thought 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 spreading 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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Learn more about the coronavirus here.

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