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 – Norovirus, RSV, influenza, COVID, pneumonia, outdoor injuries.
Dr. Christopher Loewe -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford St. John Hospital
“We’re seeing a lot of cases of norovirus (stomach flu) right now. It spreads quickly in schools, nursing homes, and households. Younger children and older adults are especially vulnerable and can become quite ill from dehydration. Be sure to wash your hands often with soap and water.”
Dr. Ayed Mahmoud -- Trinity Health Livonia Emergency Medicine Physician
“We have observed a gradual decrease in viral respiratory infections compared to earlier in the season. However, we continue to see cases of RSV, influenza, and occasional COVID-19, particularly among children and older adults.”
Dr. Zafar Shamoon -- Emergency Center Chief, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital
“We have seen some flu still, believe it or not, and a lot of pneumonia uptake. There have also been some fractures come in with the nice weather.”
OAKLAND COUNTY— Influenza, upper respiratory infections.
Dr. Trevor Eckenswiller -- Emergency Physician, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital
“We’re still seeing some influenza and upper respiratory infections. Also, there have been a lot of people out on the roads with the nice weather, so we’ve seen a lot of motor vehicle collisions as a result.”
WASHTENAW COUNTY – Influenza, upper respiratory infections, RSV, croup, COVID, stomach viruses.
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“Influenza A and B on the adult side. We’re also seeing some upper respiratory infections without positive flu, COVID or RSV.”
Dr. Stuart Bradin -- Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics, Michigan Medicine
“Several cases of RSV, croup, COVID and GI illness. Some cases of flu.”
Washtenaw County Health Department
“Influenza cases in Washtenaw County residents are currently at high levels. Influenza A wastewater detection is currently at medium levels in Ann Arbor and low levels in Ypsilanti. Influenza B wastewater detection is currently at high levels in Ann Arbor and low levels in 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, spring allergies.
Dr. Nicholas Schenk -- ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital Family Medicine Residency
“We are beginning to see a decrease in viral illnesses, such as the flu and COVID-19, as the weather has gotten warmer, and more people are spending time outdoors. However, with the return of cooler temperatures, we may see another peak in cases. We encourage everyone to continue frequent handwashing, maintain distance when possible, and cover coughs and sneezes to help reduce the spread of illness.”
MACOMB COUNTY – Spring allergies, sinus infections, stomach viruses, outdoor injuries.
Dr. Erin Cuddeback -- Emergency Physician at McLaren Macomb
“The recent warm up bloomed early allergens that in more severe cases have developed into a sinus infection with symptoms of congestion, sinus pressure, runny nose, fever, and headaches. There has been a slight by noticeable uptick in patients experiencing the symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, diagnosed with gastroenteritis. Also resulting from the warmer weather and increased outdoor activities, there has been an increase in patients seeking care in the emergency and trauma center mostly for orthopedic injuries.”
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – RSV, norovirus, COVID-19
Trinity Health Livingston Emergency Department and the Brighton Medical Center
“We have been seeing a significant amount of people dealing with RSV and Norovirus, as well as some COVID patients.”