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.
Saturday - Monday cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced 2,720 cases of COVID-19 and 8* deaths over the past three days.
The total number of cases is 913,220 and the death toll from the virus is 19,958 in Michigan, according to the state data.
Today's daily case count represents new referrals of confirmed cases to the MDSS since the last web update report. Over the three days (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday), the average number of new confirmed cases is 906 per day.
The deaths announced today includes 6 deaths identified during a Vital Records review. See cumulative data page for more information.
State announces data change
According to the MDHHS, COVID-19 data will be updated three times a week starting Aug. 9.
COVID data will be posted on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
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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