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.
Monday's cases
Starting Monday, Sept. 7, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is reporting both Sunday and Monday data on Mondays.
The state reported 1,156 cases of coronavirus Monday, which includes the daily count from Sunday as well. The total number is now 107,371.
There were four deaths recorded on Sunday and Monday. The death toll has reached 6,538.
The latest data on recoveries is from Friday, Sept. 4. It shows that 80,678 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 fluctuating. There are 619 suspected/confirmed COVID-19 patients in Michigan hospitals, 71 on ventilators, and 150 in critical care as of Sept. 4.
Michigan is reporting the number of cases at long term care facilities. That data can be seen here.
No data on Sundays
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced last week it is making a change to the COVID-19 reporting schedule.
Beginning Sunday, Sept. 6, data on cases, deaths and testing will be reported Monday through Saturday. MDHHS said weekend data are often erratic and generally lower than other days due to reduced testing and lab staffing.
Saturday's cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 838 daily cases of COVID-19 Saturday. The total has reached 106,215.
There were seven deaths recorded, but three came from a review of death certificate data. The death toll is now 6,534.
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.
►Make it easy to keep up to date with more stories like this. Download the 13 ON YOUR SIDE app now.
Have a news tip? Email news@13onyourside.com, visit our Facebook page or Twitter. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.
