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 – Strep throat, stomach viruses, RSV, upper respiratory viruses, spring allergies, asthma flare-ups, outdoor injuries
Dr. Ayed Mahmoud -- Trinity Health Livonia Emergency Medicine Physician
“This week, we have seen an increase in respiratory conditions such as COPD and asthma exacerbations, likely related to seasonal weather changes and rising pollen levels. Patients with underlying lung disease are encouraged to stay on their prescribed inhalers, monitor symptoms closely, and limit outdoor exposure on high-pollen days. We are also managing a rise in cardiovascular exacerbations, including heart failure and hypertension-related issues. Staying well-hydrated, adhering to medications, and seeking early care for symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, or swelling can help prevent complications.”
Dr. Kelly Levasseur -- Medical Director of Pediatric Emergency, Children’s Hospital of Michigan
“RSV is still around, although it is on the decline. And another thing we’re still seeing a lot of is kids coming in with vomiting and diarrhea. And we’re still strep throat – it’s like 25% to 30% positivity. Usually we have ups and downs in the positivity rate, but for months we’ve been at that positivity. Oftentimes, our kids 8 to 10 years of age or younger, they don’t complain about sore throat; they have a fever and belly pain and headaches. So when we see that, we need to think about testing for strep.”
Dr. Robert Sherwin -- Emergency Medicine, DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital
“We’re seeing a lot of cold symptoms. We’re pretty much out of flu season, but we’re still seeing people coming in with upper respiratory infections, which could be as much allergies as anything else. And as people emerge from their winter hibernation and get out and about, they’re coming in with bumps and bruises from falls, car accidents, etc.”
Dr. Arsala Bakhtyar -- Medical Director, Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Corewell Health in Southeast Michigan (based in Dearborn)
“We are seeing a lot of gastroenteritis, and unfortunately, we are still seeing RSV. We don’t usually see it this late into the spring. In fact, the CDC extended the vaccine season this year until 4/30 instead of 4/1.”
Dr. Christopher Loewe -- Emergency Department, Henry Ford St. John Hospital
“We are seeing a lot of people with viral upper respiratory infections, seasonal allergies, and asthma exacerbations.”
OAKLAND COUNTY— RSV, strep throat, spring allergies, asthma flare-ups
Dr. Trevor Eckenswiller -- Emergency Physician, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital
“We are seeing RSV and strep throat. And there have been an uptick of rain-related motor vehicle crashes. With spring thunderstorms, people need to remember to adjust to the driving conditions.”
Dr. Rena Daiza -- Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center Bloomfield Twp.
“With changing weather, primary care is seeing increased allergy symptoms and asthma flare-ups. Prevention includes avoiding triggers, using prescribed medications regularly, and see your doctor if home remedies and usual medications not working.”
WASHTENAW COUNTY – Stomach viruses, RSV, asthma flare-ups, upper respiratory infections, pink eye, influenza, sore throat
Dr. Brad Uren -- Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Michigan Medicine
“Still seeing a fair amount of GI illness this week, with a slight increase over last week and a lot more upper respiratory infections this week than before. We’ve seen RSV, human rhinovirus and human metapneumovirus. This is causing problems for individuals with asthma and COPD, especially. We’re also starting to see some seasonal allergies causing trouble for vulnerable populations with the warming weather.”
Dr. Stuart Bradin -- Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics, Michigan Medicine
“We’ve seen pneumonia, asthma, croup, RSV, human rhinovirus, and enterovirus. There is still lots of GI illnesses.”
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 – Stomach viruses, strep throat, spring allergies, asthma flare-ups
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital – Emergency Center
“We are seeing an increase in gastrointestinal illness, including vomiting and diarrhea, as well as an increase in strep throat cases. Gastrointestinal illness is affecting all age groups, while strep throat is more common among school-aged children. We recommend frequent handwashing and staying home if you have a fever or are feeling ill to help limit the spread of illness.”
MACOMB COUNTY – Upper respiratory infections, asthma flare-ups, spring allergies, outdoor injuries
Dr. Stephanie Hernandez -- Emergency Physician at McLaren Macomb
“There has been a noticeable volume of patients experiencing symptoms of an upper respiratory infection—cough, congestion, runny nose—but testing negative for COVID-19, RSV, and the flu. While allergy activity has been relatively low, conditions have led to further breathing complications for asthma sufferers. While the warmer temps have resulted in injuries for many enjoying the outdoors, there has also been a significant increase in the number of car accidents.”
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Spring allergies, coughs, pneumonia
Dr. Bashar Yalldo -- Henry Ford Byron Family Medicine- Howell
“Seeing lots of cough, congestion, and allergy flares. Had a few ER follow-ups for pneumonia. “