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 – Respiratory illnesses, influenza, RSV, stomach viruses, strep throat, pink eye, spring allergies.
Dr. Ayed Mahmoud -- Trinity Health Livonia Emergency Medicine Physician
“Over the past week at Trinity Health Livonia, we have continued to see respiratory illnesses such as influenza and RSV, though the number of cases has started to decline compared to previous weeks. At the same time, we are seeing an increase in diarrheal illnesses, which are often caused by viral infections that spread easily in the community. We encourage residents to practice good hand hygiene, stay home when feeling ill, and ensure proper food handling and hydration. These simple precautions can help reduce the spread of illness and keep our community healthy.”
Dr. Christopher Loewe -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford St. John Hospital
“We are continuing to see a lot of viral gastroenteritis.”
MinuteClinic – Canton -- Romika Glenn, Nurse Practitioner
“We are seeing an increase in strep throat cases among school‑aged children. While overall influenza activity appears to be declining, providers are still diagnosing cases of both influenza A and B. In one instance, a child who previously had influenza B earlier in the season was later diagnosed with influenza A. The child had not received the flu vaccine. This serves as an important reminder that it is possible to get the flu more than once in a single season. Influenza vaccines are still available at MinuteClinic, and we continue to recommend vaccination to help reduce the risk of severe complications from the flu.”
MinuteClinic – Northville -- Erika Leone, Nurse Practitioner
“Several patients are presenting with pink eye, and seasonal allergies are beginning to flare. As cold and flu season starts to wind down, providers are also seeing an increase in patients coming in for preventive care needs. This is a great time to focus on annual physicals and preventive screenings to help ensure overall health is on track.”
OAKLAND COUNTY— Influenza, COVID, spring allergies, stomach viruses, sinus infections, strep throat, upper respiratory viruses.
Dr. Steve McGraw -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford Providence Southfield/Novi
“We are seeing seasonal allergies, sinus infections, lots of gastroenteritis (stomach flu), strep throat, and viral URI’s with persistent cough. Be on the lookout for motorcyclists - they are out and need us to look twice in order to keep them safe. If people choose to ride, please wear a helmet!”
Dr. Asha Shajahan -- Primary Care Physician, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital
“We are still seeing patients with the flu, COVID and allergic rhinitis (spring allergies). Remember to wash your hands and wear a mask if you’re sick, especially for family gatherings.”
Dr. Josh Newblatt -- Pine Knob Urgent Care
“Still setting GI-related illness with diarrhea and vomiting. Seeing common cold, but declining influenza numbers.”
Dr. David Donaldson -- Emergency Center chief, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital
“We are still seeing a lot of viral upper respiratory infections and gastroenteritis.”
MinuteClinic – Clawson -- Steven Pavloski, Nurse Practitioner
“Many patients are preparing for spring break travel and are visiting MinuteClinic locations for travel‑related health needs, including vaccines, malaria prophylaxis, and travel advice. We’re helping patients ensure they’re protected and prepared before international and domestic trips.”
WASHTENAW COUNTY – Influenza, stomach viruses, RSV, croup, COVID.
Dr. Stuart Bradin -- Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics, Michigan Medicine
“We’re seeing RSV and croup with some cases of flu and COVID. There are several cases of GI illness.”
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“There’s not much in circulation as far as upper respiratory illness on the adult side. A few mild GI cases seen this week but otherwise a quiet week for infectious illness is on the adult side.”
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 low 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 – Norovirus, spring allergies.
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Emergency Center
“We are seeing an increase in norovirus cases this week. Norovirus spreads quickly, particularly among young children and older adults, who are at a higher risk for dehydration. We are also seeing an increase in allergy symptoms due to changing weather conditions. Be sure to wash your hands frequently with soap and water to help prevent the spread of illness.”
MACOMB COUNTY – Asthma flare-ups, spring allergies, outdoor injuries, influenza, COVID, RSV.
Dr. Christopher Shamass -- Emergency Physician at McLaren Macomb
“The volume of patients seeking treatment for a viral infection has substantially tapered off across all common winter conditions, including the flu, COVID-19, and RSV. There has been a significant increase in orthopedic and ligament injuries sustained in outdoor activities and following the recent warming trend. Also related to the recent warm up have been allergies, with asthma sufferers at risk for breathing complications in severe cases.”
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Upper respiratory viruses, influenza, stomach viruses, COVID.
Dr. Bashar Yalldo -- Henry Ford Byron Family Medicine- Howell
“We are continuing to see respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, along with cases of viral gastroenteritis. Most COVID cases are presenting with mild upper respiratory symptoms, while GI illnesses are presenting with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea consistent with viral gastroenteritis.”
Trinity Health Livingston Emergency Department and the Brighton Medical Center
“Upper Respiratory viruses and influenza cases persist, as well as Gastrointestinal viruses.”