Monday, July 13: Latest Trends in Michigan Coronaviruses

Michigan saw a typical depression on Sunday with reported cases of COVID-19 and deaths on July 12.

Number of new coronavirus cases Below 400 First time in almost a week.

Daily figures provided by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services show 390 newly confirmed cases of coronavirus and 1 additional confirmed death. This is the minimum number of new cases since 297 were reported on July 6.

Weekends, especially Sunday numbers, have usually been low since the outbreak in Michigan began. This is because not all county health departments provide MDHHS with the latest updates for the day.

Michigan reports less than 400 new coronavirus cases for the first time in 6 days

In Michigan, COVID-19 has confirmed 69,338 deaths and 6,068 deaths since March. MDHHS also reports a total of 7,438 possible cases and 246 possible deaths.

Recent COVID-19 numbers have been on the rise, with a seven-day average rising from 373 last week to 494, but mortality has dropped from 9.1 percent last Sunday to 8.8 percent. However, health officials say the mortality trend usually lags the rise in case numbers.

Here’s the latest Michigan Coronavirus article:

Betsy DeVos says the CDC school guidelines for coronaviruses “means flexibility”

US Secretary of Education Betsy Devoss spoke to CNN’s textbook on Sunday morning, saying that the CDC guidelines for schools to resume this fall are intended to be flexible.

“The CDC guidelines are just that, and they are meant to be flexible and applied appropriately in some situations,” said DeVos from Grand Rapids in a 20-minute or longer interview with CNN’s Dana Bash. It was.

DeVos has repeatedly said that getting the kids back to school full time is key.

“We know that there are hotspots, and they will need to be addressed on a case-by-case basis,” she said.

The secretary said full-time learning this fall will vary from district to district, but eventually the school will need to be open.

She said it would be okay for the school to close for a short period of time if coronavirus cases were widespread, but the school would need to plan to deal with those situations and start the grades remotely. He said he should not be prepared.

When asked if the U.S. Department of Education had guidelines to follow in the event of these situations, Devos said that each situation would be different and the district should have its own plans. ..

“Schools need to do the right thing in the field, depending on the students and their situation,” said De Vos. “There is no unified approach we can take or take nationally.”

The secretary said that the record average number of new cases of COVID-19 on Friday 10 July and the daily average of new cases in 45 out of 50 states compared to when the school was closed in March. I was asked if I had any concerns that it was getting higher.

DeVos pointed out that children are a low-risk demographic, saying: “There’s nothing in the data that suggests it’s dangerous for children, because of their health and well-being issues.”

“We want to see all the school districts in every state doing the same to say what we can do and what we are trying to do, not what we cannot do. I think,” she said.

To see the full interview click here..

Trump, Biden take a different approach to the campaign in Michigan among the concerns of coronavirus

While Donald Trump’s re-election campaigners are knocking on the door in Michigan, an organizer of putative Democratic candidate Joe Biden said the resumption of normal athletic activity would contribute to the expansion of COVID-19. I’m worried about it.

Hosting a large-scale event that people may come into close contact with is contrary to the recommendations of public health experts, but the state of Michigan, with 16 electoral votes both candidates long for, It remains an important presidential battlefield.

Trump and Biden held a large rallies and events nationwide as the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed, but only Trump campaigned because the pandemic caused a major closure of business and public spaces. I’m back on the road.

New cases of the virus continue to increase rapidly on the battlefields of Arizona, Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, and the number of confirmed cases in Michigan has surged in July.

“I think both presidential campaigns will have some sort of face-to-face event if they have their mastermind,” said John Selleck, veteran strategist and owner of Strategy for Harbor Strategy. It was “Trump’s campaign has obviously accomplished much more of that kind of event. Based on Tulsa’s turnout, I find it useful for his campaign to conduct or attempt large-scale events. We must assume that we will reassess sex.”

Wal-Mart store in central Michigan may be a coronavirus exposure site

The Walmart store in central Michigan is listed as a potential site for COVID-19 exposure.

The Shiawassee County Department of Health issued a statement on Friday, 10 July, after employees of the Owosso Walmart Super Center (1621 East M-21) were notified of upper respiratory tract virus.

“This employee wore a mask during the shift,” the statement reads. “During this period, the Walmart Super Center is working with the Shiawassee County Health Department.”

The Department of Health has announced that it will publish information about public exposure sites, such as large gatherings and high-traffic facilities, if it cannot identify dense contacts.

Anyone who visits the store Monday, July 6th, from 7am to 4pm or Wednesday, July 8th, from 7am to 4pm will monitor the symptoms for possible exposure. I was asked by the county health department to do so.

Lapia County Health Department warns residents after restaurant employees test for coronavirus positives

Lapier County health officials advise people who recently traveled to Imlay City restaurants to self-monitor their symptoms after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

Kathy Haskins, director of the Lapier County Department of Health, statement On Friday, July 10, after officials learned the results of a Lucky’s Steakhouse employee at Imlay City.

“Huskins said, “We will voluntarily shut down Friday nights to ensure thorough cleaning of the facility and isolate employees who work closely on positive cases,” he said. It was

After that, the restaurant was reopened.

Anyone who goes to a restaurant at the intersection of M-53 and Newark Road on Thursday, July 9th or Friday, July 10th, should carefully monitor themselves for the next 14 days and take the COVID-19 test. You will be asked to consider.

“We also need to take special precautions to prevent the virus from infecting others. Haskins may be able to spread the disease for up to 48 hours before symptoms appear, and many are asymptomatic. Remember, “The virus spreads through respiratory droplets between people who are in close contact with each other. This generally occurs when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks. I will.”

Kalamazoo Plasma Center is a potential location for coronavirus exposure

The Kalamazoo County Department of Health and Human Services will test new coronaviruses for those who donated plasma at Grifols BioMat USA from June 27-29, or July 3, 6 or 8-9. Is recommended.

A plasma center located at 167 E. Kalamazoo Avenue was reportedly reported to have had one symptomatic employee at the heart of these dates testing COVID-19, a news release from the county state. It was reported to have been positive in.

Medical/clinical staff with COVID-19 wore face covers and shields while working. However, the infection is still possible due to the prolonged close contact that may occur during the plasma donation process.

Prevention tips

In addition to Wash your hands regularly and don’t touch your face, The authorities recommend keeping a social distance, assuming that someone may carry the virus.

Health officials say you should work at least 6 feet away from others at home if possible.

use Disinfectant wipes Or Disinfect spray cleaners on frequently touched surfaces At your home (door handle, faucet, countertop) and Carry hand sanitizer with you When you go to a place like a store.

Governor Michigan Gretchen Whitmer also issued a presidential order requiring people to wear it Face covering the mouth and nose Inside the enclosed public space.

For additional information, Michigan.gov/Coronavirus And CDC.gov/Coronavirus..