KALAMAZOO, MI — For the fourth consecutive day, Kalamazoo County saw a double-digit increase in COVID-19 cases.
On Sunday, the state reported 12 new cases in Kalamazoo County, bringing its total to 166. That’s an increase from 84 one Sunday ago.
The number of new cases reported April 19 is down from the 24 cases reported in the county on Saturday, but the past four days are the only days the county has reported a double-digit spike in cases.
So, while the curve does appear to be flattening across the state, the data in Kalamazoo County seems to suggest the peak has not yet been hit locally.
More positive results are likely on the way too as new drive-thru testing in Kalamazoo County began this past week, allowing for more testing to be done.
A total of 125 testing appointments were scheduled Friday, April 17 when the first rolling site opened at Stones Church in Kalamazoo. Officials told MLive that results were expected to be in within 48 hours of the testing being concluded and more testing is being scheduled for this coming week.
The state health department has also expanded its priority testing criteria to include those who are experiencing mild symptoms. Previously, only front-line workers and those living in long-term care facilities were being tested.
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Statewide, there were 633 new cases reported Sunday and 83 deaths, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. It marked the fourth consecutive day, the state reported less than 800 new cases.
The number of new cases reported Sunday statewide was on par with the 645 cases reported last Sunday and checked in as the lowest single-day total on record since March 26.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued a statement last Sunday, pointing out that previous testing reports have illustrated consistent Sunday decreases with some being as high as a 25% reduction over the previous day.
There were no new deaths reported in Kalamazoo County Sunday, as the county death toll held pat at nine.
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The average age of the nine patients who have died from coronavirus in the county is 83, according to the Kalamazoo County Health and Community Services Department. All individuals were over 70 and had underlying medical conditions.
In Kalamazoo County, 49 percent of coronavirus patients are white residents, and 38 percent are black residents, according to data on the county health department website. Statewide, black residents make up 33% of all cases, while residents make up 30%.
The age group most impacted by the coronavirus in Kalamazoo County is the 30-39 age bracket, which constitutes 18% of all cases in the county. Statewide, that age bracket makes up just 13% of all cases, and the age bracket infected the most has been the 50-59 age bracket, which has made up 19% of all cases.
Nearby, Calhoun County has also seen a dramatic increase in cases over the past week as the county climbed from 71 cases on April 12 to 141 cases on April 19. Calhoun also reported four deaths this week, bringing its total to five.
Berrien County reported 54 new cases and four deaths in the past week, bringing its total to 158 cases and eight deaths.
Barry County tripled its total over the past week, rising from eight cases on April 12 to 25 cases on April 19. The county also reported its first death this past week.
Allegan County nearly doubled its case total week over week, as it saw its number of positive cases climb from 21 to 41 since last Sunday. The county reported eight new cases on April 19.
Van Buren County reported 11 new cases over the past week and its second death, as its totals now stand at 32 cases and two deaths.
Cass County doubled its case count week over week, climbing from 11 to 22 cases, while holding pat at one death. Branch also reported 11 new cases over the week, bringing its total to 38 cases, while its death toll held at two.
St. Joseph County reported four new cases over the past week, as well as its first death, as its total rose to 25 cases.
CORONAVIRUS PREVENTION TIPS
In addition to washing hands regularly and not touching your face, officials recommend practicing social distancing, assuming anyone may be carrying the virus.
Health officials say you should be staying at least 6 feet away from others and working from home, if possible.
Carry hand sanitizer with you, and use disinfecting wipes or disinfecting spray cleaners on frequently-touched surfaces in your home ( door handles, faucets, countertops ) and when you go into places like stores.
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