Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals.
Wayne County – Influenza, bronchiolitis, pneumonia, COVID, stomach viruses, allergy and asthma flare-ups
Dr. Tiffney Widner -- Pediatrician at Children’s Hospital of Michigan
“I’m mainly seeing flu-like symptoms. For the cases that are being tested, I’m starting to see flu b creep up, but flu A is still more prominent. Also seeing cases of COVID19. With the weather changes, I’m also seeing flares of asthma and allergies.”
Dr. Kevin Dazy -- Pediatrician at Children’s Hospital of Michigan Pediatrician
“We are still seeing a number of flu cases and some of those children are developing pneumonias. Also the gastroenteritis (viruses that cause nausea/vomiting/diarrhea) cases are still pretty high. We worry about dehydration in those cases.”
Dr. Jennifer Stephens-Hoyer -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford Medical Center Plymouth
“We have seen an increase in patients with Influenza A presenting to the Emergency Department. They are typically having significant headaches, high fevers, and fatigue in addition to respiratory symptoms. For patients at risk of a severe course (e.g. those under 2, those 65 or older, those with chronic lung diseases, those who are pregnant or immunocompromised), Ostelamavir may be considered to help reduce the risk of severity and length of illness; but this medication must be started within 48 hours of symptom onset to possibly have an effect.”
Dr. Christopher Loewe -- Ascension St. John Hospital
“I’m seeing a lot of patients with influenza. It seems to have pulled into the lead compared to the other viruses. I’m also seeing a lot more kids with bronchiolitis this week, too.”
Dr. Glen Clark -- Chief of Emergency, Corewell Health Gross Pointe Hospital
“We continue to see low levels of COVID and an increase in Influenza B this week.”
Oakland County – Respiratory viruses, influenza, RSV, COVID, croup, strep throat
Dr. Whitney Minnock -- Chief of Pediatrics, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak
“It’s been very busy with respiratory viruses. Influenza is up, and we are seeing some RSV and COVID cases. There have been lots of croup and strep throat as well.”
Dr. Rena Daiza -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Bloomfield Twp.
“We are seeing a surge of viral and strep throat infections following school’s winter break.”
Emergency Department, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
“We are seeing a lot of pain patients (abdominal, chest pain). We’re also seeing a lot of flu-like symptoms as well.”
Washtenaw County– Influenza, COVID, upper respiratory infections, stomach viruses
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“Still some COVID. Flu also pretty common. Less URIs than last week. GI illness very minimal on adult side currently.”
Washtenaw County Health Department
“Influenza cases in Washtenaw County residents are currently at high levels. Most Influenza cases being reported in Washtenaw County are Influenza A, types A(H1N1) and A(H3). Sporadic cases of Influenza B are being reported. Influenza-related deaths in Washtenaw County adults have been reported this flu season. All individuals were older adults with confirmed Influenza A infection. Flu-related hospitalizations of Washtenaw residents are currently at high levels.”
Monroe County – Stomach viruses, influenza, RSV, strep throat
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Emergency Center
“This week at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital we are seeing a lot of vomiting and diarrhea illnesses. Patients are also coming in with influenza, RSV and strep throat.”
Macomb County – Influenza, COVID, strep throat, upper respiratory viruses
Dr. Melissa Rivers -- Emergency physician at McLaren Macomb
“There has been a significant increase in the number of patients testing positive for flu, with the majority experiencing symptoms of fatigue, fever, and general malaise. Many patients are still seeking treatment for various orthopedic injuries in the emergency and trauma center. Viral gastroenteritis and symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea have begun to taper off. Also showing signs of tapering off is RSV, which had been prevalent throughout the cold months.”
Dr. Maria Samuel -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Sterling Heights
“We’re seeing COVID-19, influenza, strep throat and other viral upper respiratory infections. "