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 – Influenza, RSV, slip & fall injuries, stomach viruses
Dr. Ayed Mahmoud -- Trinity Health Livonia Emergency Medicine Physician
“Our Emergency Department has experienced a significant increase in patient volume related to seasonal and weather-related conditions. As we move through peak respiratory season, many people are presenting with difficulty breathing, fever, malaise, fatigue, and generalized weakness. We encourage the community to practice good hand hygiene, stay up to date with vaccinations, wear masks if ill or in crowded spaces, and seek early medical care if symptoms worsen, especially for children, older adults, and those with chronic conditions. We are also seeing a rise in falls and slips due to icy conditions, affecting both young and elderly individuals. Wearing proper footwear, using handrails, and taking extra time when walking outdoors can reduce injury risk. Additionally, ski and ice tubing accidents have increased; wearing helmets, following safety rules, supervising children closely, and avoiding risky behavior can help prevent serious injuries.”
Dr. Tiffney Widner -- Pediatrician, Children’s Hospital of Michigan
“It’s all about the flu right now, and we’re also seeing a rise in the number of RSV cases. Parents should remind their children to wash hands frequently and sneeze into their arm. It’s still not too late to get a flu shot because peak is typically around February/March.”
Dr. Mariam Qureshi -- Pediatrician, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital
“We are seeing a lot of influenza A. There has been some B, but mostly A. Also, there has been a good amount of gastroenteritis (stomach flu) as well. Flu A is presenting with GI symptoms.”
Dr. Christopher Loewe -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford St. John Hospital
“We are continuing to see a large number of flu cases, but we are also seeing a lot of patients with broken bones from slips and falls. Be careful, it’s slippery out there.”
OAKLAND COUNTY – Influenza, COVID, croup
Dr. Rena Daiza -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Bloomfield Twp.
“We are continuing to see a continued uptick in influenza cases, with many patients presenting with classic flu-like symptoms, alongside ongoing COVID cases that are generally milder. Co-infections and prolonged respiratory symptoms are also becoming more common. Patients are encouraged to stay home when sick to prevent spreading illness. As always, COVID and flu vaccines are widely available and can help reduce symptom severity and prevent hospitalizations.”
Dan Quinn, RN -- Emergency Department Manager, DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Commerce Township
“We’re seeing a lot of flu and respiratory illness – it’s that time of year. We are seeing some hospitalizations, but most patients are discharged after being given fluids, Tylenol, and a prescription for Tamiflu.”
Dr. Evelyn Laskowski -- Division Chief, Corewell Health Children’s in Royal Oak
“We’re seeing a lot of vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration. There has been lot of influenza. Many kids present with respiratory symptoms but also many have GI symptoms like the vomiting and diarrhea.”
WASHTENAW COUNTY – Influenza, COVID, croup, RSV, pneumonia
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“We are seeing a lot of flu, both A and B. The B, often thought of as more mild, has required some people with asthma and other similar conditions to be admitted. We have also seen some COVID and have had RSV on the adult side. Those with underlying conditions have required admission for RSV as well.”
Dr. Stuart Bradin -- Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics, Michigan Medicine
“We have seen flu- both A and B, Covid, rsv, some croup, pneumonia. The flu cases are bad, with secondary dehydration, myositis.”
Washtenaw County Health Department
“Influenza cases in Washtenaw County residents are currently at high levels. Influenza B wastewater detection is currently at high levels in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. Influenza A wastewater detection is currently at medium levels in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. According to the most recent MDHHS MI Flu Focus report, Influenza A H3N2 is currently dominating the 2025-2026 influenza season. Influenza-related deaths in Washtenaw County adults have been reported this flu season. All individuals were confirmed with Influenza A.”
MONROE COUNTY – Influenza, COVID, respiratory illnesses, slip & fall injuries
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Emergency Center
“We are seeing a significant increase in patients testing positive for influenza A and B, COVID-19, and other respiratory illnesses. The most common symptoms include cough, congestion, fever, and nausea/vomiting. These cases are occurring across all age groups. We recommend frequent handwashing and staying up to date on vaccinations. Additionally, icy conditions continue to cause slip-and-fall incidents, resulting in orthopedic and soft tissue injuries. These injuries are primarily seen in older adults. To reduce the risk of slipping, we recommend taking your time when walking and wearing appropriate winter footwear.”
MACOMB COUNTY – Influenza, COVID, colds
Dr. Andrew Awabdeh -- Emergency Physician at McLaren Macomb
“Following weeks of rising volumes, the prevalence of influenza (both A and B) continues to increase, becoming the most common reason patients are seeking treatment in the emergency department with symptoms of fever, persistent cough, muscles aches, fatigue, and gastrointestinal distress in some. For those patients with an underlying health condition, especially those affecting the lungs and upper respiratory tract, a flu diagnosis has often led to them experiencing more severe symptoms, with many resulting in hospitalization. Wintery conditions continue to cause orthopedic and soft tissue injuries resulting from a slip and fall.”
Dr. Maria Samuel -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Sterling Heights
“Influenza A and Covid cases are maintaining significant levels, but we are also seeing quite a bit of viral colds. Vaccination remains to be highly recommended to prevent serious illness and hospitalization.”
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Influenza, strep throat, upper respiratory viruses, COVID
Dr. Bashar Yalldo -- Henry Ford Byron Family Medicine- Howell
“We are seeing a clear increase in respiratory illnesses, with influenza accounting for the majority of cases. Many patients are presenting with fever, cough, body aches, and other flu-like symptoms. We are also continuing to see streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly known as strep throat, and other viral upper respiratory infections as well.”
Trinity Health Livingston Emergency Department and the Brighton Medical Center
“We continue to treat patients dealing with flu-like symptoms, as well as patients testing positive for COVID-19.”