Michigan coronavirus cases (COVID-19) up to 71,197; Death toll now at 6,085

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan increased to 71,197 as of Wednesday, including 6,085 deaths, state officials report.

Wednesday’s update represents 891 new confirmed cases and four additional deaths. Tuesday’s totals were 70,306 confirmed cases and 6,081 total deaths.

New cases have increased moderately in the past week, while deaths remain flat in Michigan. Testing has increased in the past week, averaging over 20,000 per day, with a positive rate just above 3 percent. Hospitalizations have increased slightly since last week.

Michigan has reported 53,867 recoveries from COVID-19. The state also reports “active cases,” which were listed at 10,200 as of Tuesday. Michigan’s 7-day median for new cases increased from 373 to 494 last week.

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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 1 million have recovered in the U.S., with more than 3.4 million cases reported across the country. More than 136,000 have died in the U.S.

Worldwide, more than 13.3 million people have been confirmed infected and more than 580,000 have died, according to Johns Hopkins University. True numbers are certainly much higher, due to limited evidence, the different ways in which nations count the dead, and the deliberate lack of information by some governments.

The United States was dealing with the world’s worst coronavirus outbreak on Monday, when Florida broke the national record for the largest single-day increase in new confirmed cases and the World Health Organization warned that the pandemic is worsening globally and that “there will be no return to the old normal in the foreseeable future.”

Countries around the world are re-imposing blockades and implementing new health controls at their borders in an effort to curb the resurgence of the coronavirus before it gets further out of control.

Michigan COVID-19 New Daily Totals Since June 15

• June 15 – 74 new cases
• June 16 – 125 new cases
• June 17 – 204 new cases
• June 18 – 225 new cases
• June 19 – 211 new cases
• June 20 – 255 new cases
• June 21 – 146 new cases
• June 22 – 179 new cases
• June 23 – 221 new cases
• June 24 – 323 new cases
• June 25 – 353 new cases
• June 26 – 389 new cases
• June 27 – 314 new cases
• June 28 – 252 new cases
• June 29 – 236 new cases
• June 30 – 373 new cases
• July 1 – 252 new cases
• July 2: 543 new cases
• July 3 – 460 new cases
• July 4: 398 new cases
• July 5 – 343 new cases
• July 6 – 295 new cases
• July 7 – 454 new cases
• July 8 – 610 new cases
• July 9 – 446 new cases
• July 10 – 612 new cases
• July 11 – 653 new cases
• July 12 – 390 new cases
• July 13 – 384 new cases
• July 14 – 584 new cases
• July 15 – 891 new cases

Latest data from COVID-19 in Michigan:

For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms that disappear within two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more serious illnesses, such as pneumonia and death.

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Here is a timeline of confirmed coronavirus cases (COVID-19) in Michigan:

Here are the Michigan COVID-19 cases broken down by gender (see here if you’re not looking at the table):

How COVID-19 is spread

Dissemination from person to person

The virus is believed to spread mainly from person to person.

• Between people who are in close contact with each other (within about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory drops produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These droplets can fall into the mouth or nose of close people or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Can anyone transmit the virus without being sick?

• People are believed to be more contagious when they are more symptomatic (the sickest).
• Something may spread before people show symptoms; There have been reports of this occurring with this new coronavirus, but this is not believed to be the primary way the virus is spread.

Propagation of contact with contaminated surfaces or objects.

It is possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not believed to be the main way the virus spreads

How easily the virus spreads

The ease with which a virus is transmitted from person to person can vary. Some viruses are highly contagious (easily spread), like measles, while other viruses are not as easily spread. Another factor is whether the spread is sustained, spreading continuously without stopping.

Prevention and treatment

There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The best way to prevent disease is to avoid exposing yourself to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends daily preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory illness, including:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a disposable tissue, then throw it away.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces with a household cleaning spray or wipe.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

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People who think they may have been exposed to COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider immediately.

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