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 reports 406 new cases of COVID-19, making the total 56,014.
There were 38 daily deaths recorded; the statewide death toll is now 5,372. The deaths announced today includes 17 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.
Gov. Whitmer gives update on state's response and budget
Thursday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun gave an update regarding the state’s response efforts to COVID-19.
Whitmer spoke about budget issues the state has had because of COVID-19 and the ongoing pandemic. She asked the federal government for more assistance to get the budge back on track.
The state's facing a nearly $6.3 billion revenue hole over this fiscal year and the next one.
Grand Rapids Home for Veterans resident dies from COVID-19
The Michigan Veteran Homes announced Thursday the first COVID-19 death at Grand Rapids Home for Veterans.
This is the first resident who was COVID-19 positive to die at the facility.
The resident tested positive for COVID-19 on May 2, 2020 and was immediately moved to the isolation unit at the home.
Michigan: Over 1,200 nursing home residents dead from virus
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says at least 1,216 residents of nursing homes have died from the coronavirus, accounting for nearly a quarter of all COVID-19 deaths.
CVS Health opening COVID-19 drive-thru
CVS Health announced Thursday it will open 16 COVID-19 testing sites across Michigan.
These new sites will utilize self-swab tests and deliver on the company’s commitment to establish 1,000 locations across the country by the end of May as originally announced on April 27. These new test sites help a goal of processing up to 1.5 million tests per month, subject to availability of supplies and lab capacity.
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.
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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