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 – Asthma flare-ups, influenza, strep throat, upper respiratory infections, seasonal allergies.
Dr. Kevin Dazy -- Pediatrician, Children’s Hospital of Michigan
“We’re seeing asthma flares, still a good amount of influenza and strep throat. The measles cases in Michigan stress the importance of vaccination against this highly contagious, potentially serious virus. Vaccination is free and readily available at doctors’ offices, health departments, drug stores and other locations. Also, with the weather improving, we need to be thinking about the importance of sunscreen. UV light gets stronger, we’re out in the sun more as the days get longer and we’re not as covered when it’s warm.”
Levi Launder -- Clinical nurse manager, Emergency Center, Corewell Health Hospital Taylor
“Our physicians and nurses report seeing an increase in flu and upper respiratory infections, but not much COVID anymore.”
OAKLAND COUNTY – Strep throat, seasonal allergies, stomach viruses, influenza, respiratory viruses, croup.
Dr. Steve McGraw -- Director of Emergency Medicine, Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield and Novi Campuses
“I’m seeing a lot of patients with strep throat and seasonal allergies in the emergency department. For people who suffer from allergies it’s important to learn which seasonal allergies affect you. Know what type of pollen gets you sneezing and if you’re unsure ask your doctor for an allergy test to find out. I’m also seeing quite a bit of viral stomach infections, such as enteroviruses and noroviruses. Everyone should stay home if they are sick and wash their hands frequently.”
Dr. Rena Daiza -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Bloomfield Twp.
“This week I am seeing quite a few cases of strep throat. Patients with sore throats should be aware. A quick rapid test with their provider and antibiotics can clear this up. It is contagious so reminder to those with symptoms to stay home from school or work to recover.”
Dr. Whitney Minnock -- Pediatric Chief of Emergency, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak
“We are still seeing a lot of influenza. Several other respiratory viruses are circulating and a GI bug. We’ve seen an increase in croup as well.”
Emergency Department, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
“We’ve been seeing a lot of abdominal pain and kidney stones. We still have respiratory issues as well. "
Washtenaw County – Stomach viruses, norovirus, upper respiratory infections, asthma & COPD flare-ups, seasonal allergies, influenza.
Dr. Marisa Louie -- Medical Director of Children’s Emergency Services, Michigan Medicine
“Just lots of vomiting and diarrhea! Norovirus is not always killed by hand sanitizer, so hand washing is really important.”
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“Much more nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea on the adult side this week. Some URIs still, but even many of them have GI symptoms too. Those with COPD or asthma are also flaring a bit this week, probably a combined effect of weather, seasonal allergies, and URIs.”
Washtenaw County Health Department
“Influenza cases in Washtenaw County residents are currently at high levels, but appear to be decreasing. 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, strep throat, influenza, falls.
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Emergency Center
“We are seeing a lot of nausea/vomiting symptoms, strep, influenza A and B, and a high number of falls.”
Macomb County – Upper respiratory viruses, stomach viruses, influenza, Covid, strep throat, sore throats.
Dr. Matthew Steck -- Emergency physician at McLaren Macomb
“Viral upper respiratory infections continue to be treated in high volumes, with patients presenting with persistent cough, congestion, runny nose, and fever. Viral gastroenteritis symptoms (nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea) have also been presenting in patients with a viral upper respiratory infection. While patients continue to contract and test positive for influenza, there are signs that cases are tapering off.”
Dr. Maria Samuel -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Sterling Heights
“We’re seeing COVID-19, influenza and other viral pharyngitis. Strep throat is still going around also.”
Dr. Dhairya Kiri -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Richmond
“We have seen quite a few patients with rashes in the clinic this week.”