COVID-19 Cases by MERC Region
Latest Updates:
MDHHS Issues Three-Week Epidemic Order To Save Lives, Protect Frontline Heroes During Fall COVID-19 Surge
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a new emergency order on Sunday, Nov. 15 that enacts a three-week pause targeting indoor social gatherings and other group activities in an effort to curb rapidly rising COVID-19 infection rates. Continue reading.
MDHHS Extends Emergency Orders, Tightens Rules On Indoor Gatherings
In response to Michigan’s recent increase in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has extended the state’s emergency orders and implemented new safety guidelines related to indoor gatherings. Continue reading.
Data: State Of Michigan Provides Outbreak Reporting By Region
The State of Michigan is now reporting on its site the number of COVID-19 outbreaks that local health departments report to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services every week. The state defines outbreaks as “two or more cases with a link by place and time indicating a shared exposure outside of a household.” Continue reading.
Latest Executive Orders:
- November 18 – Gatherings and Face Mask Order
- Nov. 18 – Epidemic Order Infographic
- Nov. 18 – Epidemic Order Social Gathering Guidance
- Nov. 18 – Epidemic Order Safe Social Pods Guidance
- Oct. 29 – Gatherings and Face Mask Order
- Oct. 29 Epidemic Order Infographic
- Oct. 29 Epidemic Order Fact Sheet
- Oct. 29 Epidemic Order Social Gathering Guidance
- Oct. 29 FAQs Face Masks and Gatherings Order
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- Oct. 29 – Temporary Restrictions for Entry into Congregate Care and Juvenile Justice Facilities
- Oct. 28 – Testing in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Homes for the Aged, and Adult Foster Care Facilities
- Oct. 26 – Rescission of Emergency Orders
- Oct. 21 – Requirements for residential care facilities
- Oct. 20 – Emergency Rule Creating a Schedule of Fines for Violation of Orders
- Oct.9 – Gathering Prohibition and Face Covering Order
Phases of Gov. Whitmer’s MI Safe Start Plan
PPE Supply Connect — Masks, Shields, and More
As businesses across Michigan prepare to reopen or welcome employees back, having the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect their employees and customers will help ensure a successful restart. Our goal is to help connect those who have supplies with those who need supplies. Connect to PPE supply.
What are the PPE Requirements to Reopen? View the State of Michigan Guidelines for Business.
