Since the first two cases were reported on March 10, Michigan has emerged as one of the states hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Metro Detroit has been particularly hard hit and is where the significant majority of the cases are located. Across the state, black communities have accounted for a disproportionately high percentage of deaths and cases. As for the economic impact, around 1 in 4 workers in the state have filed for unemployment. The graphic below visualizes the spread of COVID-19 in Michigan since March 17, when the state began releasing data for individual counties. Note that recovery is defined as being alive 30 days after the onset of illness.

This graphic compares the daily and cumulative changes in COVID-19 tests since the first case was reported.

Prevent the spread of COVID-19 by:

1. Washing hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with over 60% alcohol concentration
2.  Staying at home, unless you are buying necessities, exercising or have medical needs. In public, stay at least six feet away from others and wear a face cloth mask
3. Disinfecting frequently touched surfaces daily

Further Resources and Guidelines

• White House “Slow the Spread” guidelines
• Michigan Stay Home, Stay Safe executive order
• U.S. Government FAQ
• Centers for Disease Control COVID-19 (Protection, Symptoms, Daily Life/Coping, etc.)
• Michigan Coronavirus
• Bridge Magazine list of statewide resources

Volunteering and Donations

• State of Michigan List
• Food Gatherers
• United Way COVID-19 Fund
• Operation Face Shield Ann Arbor
• Michigan Medicine Donations
• The Washington Post List of Nonprofits
• Center for Disease Philanthropy COVID-19 Response Fund