Here is the latest information on the coronavirus in Michigan, including the number of cases state offices report and other updates affecting West Michigan.
Tuesday's cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 221 new coronavirus cases, making the total 61,630.
The death toll increased by 11; the total number of deaths is now 5,864.
The latest data on recoveries is from Friday, June 19. It shows that 49,290 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 continue to drop. There are 324 COVID-19 patients in Michigan hospitals, 99 on ventilators, and 181 in critical care.
Michigan is reporting the number of cases at long term care facilities. That data can be seen here.
Fauci hopeful for COVID-19 vaccine by end of the year or early 2021
he government’s top infectious disease expert said Tuesday he is cautiously optimistic that there will be a COVID-19 vaccine by the end of the year or early 2021, and warned that the next few weeks will be critical to tamping down coronavirus hot spots around the country.
Monday's cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 179 new coronavirus cases, making the total 61,409.
The death toll increased by seven; the total number of deaths is now 5,853.
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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