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 – Stomach viruses, upper respiratory viruses, RSV, bronchiolitis, pneumonia, slip & fall injuries.
Dr. Jaime Hope -- Medical Director, Emergency Medicine, Beaumont Outpatient Campus – Livonia, a part of Corewell Health
“We’ve been seeing lots of slip and falls lately. With the cooling and thawing, it is a good time to remind people to be extra careful. We are also still seeing a lot of seasonal respiratory viruses. Antibiotics help for bacterial infections, not for viral. Lastly, it is the season for carbon monoxide poisoning. Using indoor grills and other forms of combustion can lead to release of this colorless odorless gas, which can be deadly. Carbon monoxide detectors are key safety features that can save lives!”
Dr. Curt Stankovic -- Division Chief of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children’s Hospital of Michigan
“We’re definitely seeing bronchiolitis and RSV. Bronchiolitis is the most common reason that kids come to the ER. It’s most commonly caused by RSV and symptoms include runny nose, cough, fever and trouble breathing in children less than age 2. We’re seeing some viral illness with vomiting going around, too. There’s risk of all of this worsening or spreading. So if anyone has a young child under 1 year of age, they should keep them away from anyone who is sick.”
Dr. Luda Khait-Vlisides -- Emergency Room Physician, DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital
“We’re seeing a lot of gastro-intestinal illnesses: vomiting and diarrhea. And we’re seeing lots of upper respiratory virus, including a lot of RSV.”
Dr. Jennifer Stephens-Hoyer -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford Medical Center Plymouth
“We have seen an increase in RSV infections, community acquired pneumonia and also scattered COVID and Influenza A (flu) infections.”
WAYNE COUNTY – Stomach viruses, upper respiratory viruses, RSV, bronchiolitis, pneumonia, slip & fall injuries.
Dr. Rena Daiza -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Bloomfield Twp.
“I’ve noticed an increase in respiratory infections and pneumonia this week. Free COVID tests are still available online, and staying up to date with vaccines remains the best defense. If you’re feeling sick, wear a mask, take precautions, and consult a doctor for a diagnosis and aftercare.”
Dr. Parag Patel -- Primary Care Physician, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital
“We are seeing quite a few upper respiratory infections including influenza, pneumonia and sinus infections. Still a few Covid cases also.”
Emergency Department, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
“We are seeing a lot of abdominal and chest pain along with breathing issues.”
WASHTENAW COUNTY – Bronchiolitis, RSV, stomach viruses, upper respiratory infections, Covid, influenza.
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“Lots of GI illness is currently going around on the adult side. We are still seeing some upper respiratory tract infections, including COVID. There is a little influenza.”
Dr. Marisa Louie -- Medical Director of Children’s Emergency Services, Michigan Medicine
“Lots of bronchiolitis now, most of it due to RSV. We are not seeing much influenza. We also see a lot of behavioral health patients with depression, anxiety, and suicidality during this time of the year.”
Washtenaw County Health Department
“Influenza cases in Washtenaw County residents are currently at low levels. Sporadic cases of influenza A and influenza B are being reported. Most influenza cases being reported in Washtenaw county are influenza B. Influenza wastewater detection is currently at low levels in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti.”
MONROE COUNTY – Upper respiratory viruses, COVID, stomach viruses.
Dr. Laura Grima -- ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital Family Medicine Residency
“We are continuing to see viral upper respiratory infections, including COVID-19, particularly among adults. Additionally, there has been an uptick in viral gastroenteritis, especially in school-age children. We recommend continuing consistent hand washing, and being mindful to stay home from work or school if you are feeling ill.”
MACOMB COUNTY – Upper respiratory infections, influenza, broken bones, bruises & sprains.
Dr. Stanley Materka -- Emergency Physician at McLaren Macomb
“Following weeks of noticeably very low activity, there have been multiple positive tests of the flu, with fever and cough as the leading symptoms. Presenting with symptoms of slight fever, cough, and congestion, viral upper respiratory infections continue to be the most common diagnosis, while also testing negative for COVID-19 and influenza. There has been an increase in orthopedic and soft tissue injuries treated in the emergency and trauma center.”