MICHIGAN, USA — Here is the latest information on the coronavirus in Michigan, including the number of cases state offices report and other updates affecting West Michigan.
Wednesday's cases
The state of Michigan reported 94,278 total confirmed cases and 6,349 total deaths Wednesday. 616 cases are new today along with nine deaths.
The numbers are from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
The latest data on recoveries is from Friday, Aug. 14. It shows that 67,778 people have recovered from the virus. The state updates this data every Saturday. A recovery is counted as anyone who is 30 days out from the onset of their symptoms.
Hospitalizations are declining. There are 659 suspected/confirmed COVID-19 patients in Michigan hospitals, 80 on ventilators, and 169 in critical care as of Aug. 18.
Michigan is reporting the number of cases at long term care facilities. That data can be seen here.
$65 million in funding to be given to Michigan school districts
$65 million is being given to schools in Michigan through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Wednesday.
The funds will be allocated to Michigan schools districts and higher education institutions, including schools in the state’s economically disadvantaged districts, Whitmer said. This will help address the digital divide that has created a barrier to remote learning for students state-wide.
The announcement was made at a press briefing Wednesday in Lansing.
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Tuesday's cases
In the state's Tuesday update, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 477 daily cases of COVID-19 Tuesday. The total is now 93,662.
There were 15 deaths recorded, but seven of those came from a review of death certificate data. The death toll is 6,340.
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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