GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — 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 Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports 504 new cases of COVID-19, making the total 55,608.
There were 68 daily deaths recorded; the statewide death toll is now 5,334. The deaths announced today includes 14 deaths identified during a Vital Records review.
The Michigan Department of Corrections has tested every inmate within its system. While results are still pending on many inmates, MDOC reports 3,305 positive cases of COVID-19 and 64 deaths.The Federal Corrections Institute reported 138 cases and four deaths.
The latest data on recoveries is from Friday, May 23. It shows that 33,168 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.
The number of hospitalizations has dropped below 1,000, with 953 COVID-19 patients in Michigan hospitals. There are 319 people on ventilators and 449 in critical care.
The latest data on testing is from Friday, May 22, and it shows 23,860 total tests were performed. The state recently started separating diagnostic tests and antibody tests; 18,657 of Friday's test results were diagnostic.
Michigan State: Fall term to mix in-person, online classes
Michigan State University says it will start the fall term on Sept. 2 with a mix of in-person and online classes.
President Samuel Stanley Jr. said Wednesday that the fall term “will look different from any previous semester.”
Michigan salons create 8-pillar plan for reopening
The Safe Salons for MI coalition, representing over 350 cosmetology salon, spa and barber shop facilities across Michigan, delivered a letter to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Wednesday requesting she allow them to open.
The coalition has come up with an eight-pillar reopening plan for safe operation. The plan was developed and finalized with officials from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Woodland Mall planning to reopen June 1
Woodland Mall announced Wednesday it plans to reopen safely on Monday, June 1 for shopping appointments.
According to a press release from the mall, shoppers and employees will see new sanitation protocols in place to enhance the safety of all and to promote physical distance.
Statewide portal to connect employers with PPE producers, supplies as Michigan continues to reopen
The Pure Michigan Business Connect program through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation has developed a portal specifically designed to support the personal protective equipment (PPE) needs of Michigan businesses as they start the process of reopening.
“We want to ensure we are opening up in a way that is safe, smart and does not undo the progress we have made in flattening the curve of COVID-19,” said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. “Through the PMBC COVID-19 Procurement Platform we can help employers access the PPE they need to ensure their employees feel safe returning to work, while also supporting Michigan businesses that will be critical to economic recovery efforts.”
Through the free PMBC COVID-19 Procurement Platform, the PMBC team will work to connect those businesses in need of access to PPE – including face masks, face shields, gloves, goggles and other materials as necessary to ensure the health and safety of their employees and customers – with Michigan businesses that have supplier capacity to meet that demand.
The online portal can be accessed at www.michiganbusiness.org/ppe and is open to companies of all sizes and for all scales of PPE demand.
Tuesday's cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports 223 new cases of COVID-19, making the total 55,104.
There were 26 daily deaths recorded; the statewide death toll is now 5,226.
State recommendations for COVID-19
Patients with confirmed infection have reportedly had mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms of:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Chills
- Repeated shaking with chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Sore throat
- New loss of taste or smell
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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