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 – Stomach viruses, strep throat, fever-causing illnesses, influenza, cold weather injuries, COVID, RSV.
Dr. Kelly Levasseur -- Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency, Children’s Hospital of Michigan
“We are seeing still a lot of the vomiting/diarrhea illness, and a lot of strep throat and basic fever illnesses. We’re really not seeing flu, and RSV is on the downward trend.”
Dr. Glen Clark -- Emergency Center Chief, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital
“We are still seeing COVID, influenza B, and an occasional RSV infection. Numbers are down from last month.”
Dr. Candace Kimpson -- Medical Director, Emergency Department, DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital
“We’re still seeing some cold injuries. Plus, Flu B is on the rise.”
OAKLAND COUNTY— Upper respiratory viruses, strep throat, asthma flare-ups, stomach viruses, colds, influenza.
Dr. Steve McGraw
Emergency Department, Henry Ford Providence Southfield/Novi
“The cold snap brought with it a return of viral URI’s, strep throat and asthmatic exacerbations. Lots of viral nausea and diarrhea, as well. Folks need to be sure to return to winter coats when the temps go back below freezing - we’re still capable of being caught of guard and can be vulnerable to cold injuries, especially children and those with circulation / vascular disease.”
Dr. Justin Skrzynski
Internal Medicine Physician, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak
“The hospital is still seeing the end of cold and flu season, but fortunately with the coming spring weather those are winding down. Things have still been busy otherwise with some of the usual diseases, such as heart failure and COPD, that we typically see year-round.”
Dr. Rachel M. Klamo
Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Glennan Primary Care
“We are continuing to see Influenza A with the return of cold weather.”
Waterford MinuteClinic
Micki Bailey, Nurse Practitioner
- Some important clinical findings were recently identified in our Waterford clinic. These included a patient presenting with new-onset arrhythmia, as well as a case of periorbital cellulitis in an infant, which prompted immediate referral to the emergency department for IV antibiotics.
- These cases highlight the importance of timely evaluation and escalation of care when concerning symptoms are identified.
- From a community health perspective, we continue to encourage patients to seek care promptly for new, worsening, or unusual symptoms—particularly in young children and individuals with underlying health conditions.
WASHTENAW COUNTY – Influenza, RSV, croup, COVID, stomach viruses, upper respiratory infections.
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“The adult side is still seeing upper respiratory infections. Among those tested, there’s no clearly predominant infection. A similar or slightly increased rate of GI illness with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea continues this week compared to last week.”
Dr. Stuart Bradin -- Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics, Michigan Medicine
“We are seeing several cases of RSV, croup, COVID and GI illness. There are some cases of influenza as well.”
Washtenaw County Health Department
“Influenza cases in Washtenaw County residents are currently elevated but appear to be decreasing. Influenza A wastewater detection is currently at low levels in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. Influenza B wastewater detection is currently at medium 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.”
Ann Arbor MinuteClinic -- Sean Sullivan, Nurse Practitioner
- We have seen a recent uptick in cases of conjunctivitis (pink eye. This is a common and generally mild condition, but we continue to emphasize good hand hygiene and avoiding close contact when symptoms are present to help limit spread.
MONROE COUNTY – Stomach viruses, spring allergies, RSV, asthma flare-ups.
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Emergency Center
“We have been seeing a high number of gastroenteritis (stomach bug) cases, primarily affecting school-aged children. We recommend frequent handwashing and keeping children home from school when they are feeling ill. In addition, we have seen an increase in seasonal allergies related to melting snow and changing weather conditions, as well as RSV activity and asthma exacerbations. Individuals with respiratory conditions are encouraged to stay indoors when air quality or pollution levels are high.”
MACOMB COUNTY – RSV, COVID, spring allergies, asthma flare-ups, influenza, stomach viruses, bronchitis.
Dr. Stephanie Hernandez
Emergency Physician at McLaren Macomb
“After weeks of decreasing volumes, cases of RSV and COVID-19 have noticeably increased, especially in elderly patients, with some symptoms severe enough to require hospitalization. The recent and brief weather warm-up and early allergen bloom, specifically pollen, has caused some allergy sufferers to experience moderate breathing complications. Orthopedic and soft tissue injuries continue to be a common reason patients are seeking care in the emergency and trauma center, though this past week has brought injuries related to the wind.”
Dr. Maria Samuel -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center, Sterling Heights
“We are seeing an increase in influenza, COVID-19, and gastroenteritis. We have also seen a few cases of bronchitis.”
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Influenza, upper respiratory infections.
Trinity Health Livingston Emergency Department and the Brighton Medical Center
“We continue to see patients dealing with Influenza and upper respiratory illnesses.”