Here is the latest information on the coronavirus in Michigan, including the number of cases state offices report and other updates affecting West Michigan.
Thursday's Cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 6,303 cases of COVID-19 along with 112 deaths Thursday. The deaths announced today include 81 deaths identified during a records review.
The total number of cases is at 770,822. The death toll now stands at 16,731.
Thousands of vaccine appointments available at DeVos Place clinic
If you want the COVID-19 vaccine, now is the time to get it.
"Right now, we have about 3,500 appointments available for the next two days," said Brian Brasser, COO of Spectrum Health West Michigan.
Spectrum Health has administered more than 312,000 vaccines so far. Brasser said they now have the supply to meet the demand.
US officials seek more data on rare clots before next steps amid paused Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
U.S. health officials are weighing the next steps as they investigate a handful of unusual blood clots in people who received Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine — a one-dose shot that many countries were eagerly awaiting to help speed virus protection.
US health advisers say they will be looking for more data on the rare clots before they decide on the next steps for the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.
Wednesday's Cases
Wednesday, Michigan's health department reported 7,955 cases of COVID-19 and 33 deaths.
The total number of cases is now at 764,519 with the death toll at 16,619.
State recommendations for COVID-19
People with COVID-19 have reported a wide range of symptoms, ranging from mild to severe illnesses. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus, according to the CDC. The symptoms include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Chills
- Repeated shaking with chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Sore throat
- New loss of taste or smell
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
*Note: This list does not include all possible symptoms. It will be updated as the CDC and health officials learn more about the virus.
The best prevention for viruses, such as influenza, the common cold or COVID-19 is to:
- If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19, call your health care provider. If you do not have a health care provider, call the nearest hospital.
- Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for 20 seconds. If not available, use hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or upper sleeve when coughing or sneezing.
- Avoid contact with people who are sick.
- If you are sick, stay home, and avoid contact with others.
- Stay at least 6 feet away from others when in a public setting.
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