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 – Seasonal allergies, asthma & COPD flare-ups, strep throat, stomach viruses, viral illnesses.
Dr. Jennifer Stephens-Hoyer -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford Medical Center Plymouth
“We have seen an increase in asthma and COPD exacerbations. We expect to see these numbers further increase as the temperature fluctuates and as the Canadian wildfire smoke continues to drift. If you suffer from respiratory sensitivities, please exercise caution in the near future when choosing to go outdoors. Carry inhalers if you need and have them and avoid triggers if able.”
Dr. Kelly Levasseur -- Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency Department for Children’s Hospital of Michigan
“Right now, we’re still seeing in general some viral illnesses: coughing, runny nose. And we’re also seeing some strep throat and vomiting illness.”
OAKLAND COUNTY – Breathing problems, stomach viruses, seasonal allergies, upper respiratory infections, Lyme disease, post-viral coughs.
Dr. Moneer Al-Nabolsi -- Family Medicine Physician, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital
“Upper respiratory infections have significantly declined, although they are still prominent and we are still seeing strep, flu, and COVID. We have also seen extensive post viral cough cases, with coughs lasting up to 2-3 months after an infection. Allergic processes, however, appear to be much more prominent at this time with weather changes.”
Dr. Matthew Compton -- Chief of Emergency Medicine, DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital
“Were starting to see some people likely affected by the wildfire smoke and air quality issues. Otherwise, we’re seeing typical tumbles and falls by young and old alike. We’re seeing less in the way of respiratory infection concerns.”
Dr. Evelyn Laskowski -- Division Chief, Corewell Health Children’s in Royal Oak
“We are seeing lots and lots of stomach bugs, consisting of vomiting/diarrhea that lasts for a few days and causes dehydration. We are also seeing some asthma induced from viral respiratory illnesses.”
Dr. Rena Daiza -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Bloomfield Twp.
“This week we are seeing seasonal allergies, upper respiratory infections, and tick-related illnesses such as Lyme disease. Mild asthma exacerbations and early summer skin conditions are also frequent.”
Dr. David Donaldson -- Emergency Chief, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital
“We are not seeing a lot of respiratory virus stuff right now. We are starting to see spring sports injuries. These are mostly extremity issues in kids from baseball and soccer injuries.”
WASHTENAW COUNTY – Seasonal allergies, asthma & COPD flare-ups, croup, stomach viruses, Covid, Lyme disease.
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“Overall case trends in upper respiratory infections, including COVID and flu are present but minimal this week on the adult side. Some seasonal allergies with warm high pollen days are causing trouble for those with severe asthma or COPD.”
Dr. Stuart Bradin -- Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics, Michigan Medicine
“There is lots of croup and asthma and some cases of COVID. There is still some GI illness, but numbers are declining. There is an increased number of Lyme disease.”
Washtenaw County Health Department
“Influenza cases in Washtenaw County residents are currently at low levels. Cases of influenza A and influenza B are being reported. Most influenza cases currently being reported in Washtenaw county are influenza B. Influenza A wastewater detection is currently at low levels in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. Influenza B wastewater detection is currently at low levels in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti.”
MONROE COUNTY – Seasonal allergies, asthma flare-ups, respiratory viruses, stomach viruses, sport injuries.
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Emergency Center
“We continue to see a high number of allergy and asthma-related complaints across all age groups. Decongestants and over-the-counter allergy medications are still recommended for symptom relief. There is also an increase in respiratory and stomach viruses. We recommend good handwashing as well as surface cleaning to help prevent the spread. With warmer weather, sports-related injuries are also on the rise, particularly among school-age kids. We advise wearing protective gear such as helmets and pads to help prevent injuries.”
MACOMB COUNTY – Outdoor injuries, stomach viruses, asthma flare-ups, seasonal allergies, upper respiratory viruses, Covid.
Dr. Emily Orille -- Emergency Physician at McLaren Macomb
“Soft tissue and orthopedic injuries, mainly sustained in outdoor activities, continue to be the most common reason patients are seeking care in the emergency and trauma center. There has been a noticeable volume of patients seeking care for a viral gastroenteritis infection, mostly in school-aged children, with symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Asthma sufferers are experiencing complications due to the increased allergens causing breathing complications.”
Dr. Maria Samuel -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Sterling Heights
“Allergies, viral upper respiratory infections, and colds seen along with a few COVID cases.”