Health

(November 17, 2021 12:00 PM)  The Jackson County Health Department released the COVID-19 positive numbers for Jackson County.  As of 12:00 PM today, there are 23,836 positive cases (cumulative), and 362 deaths (cumulative)*.   There are 234 new cases and 7 new deaths since yesterday’s report. The Jackson County Health Department has announced a change in reporting effective Oct. 6, 2021.  Cases defined as probable will be reported in cumulative case and death counts.  As additional methods of testing besides the PCR test have become more common, the amount of cases classified as probable has increased and are included to provide a more accurate picture of disease in our community.  As of November 16, there are 77 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19.  Cumulative recovered, as of November 16: 19,818** The cumulative numbers posted on Mondays include the data from Saturday, Sunday and Monday.  Recovered numbers are being posted as received.  *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections.  Their numbers are listed under a separate category and reported by the state at Michigan Statistics. Cases reported involving Jackson County school students or staff are included in our…

(November 17, 2021 7:41 AM)  With more than 300 patients hospitalized for COVID-19, including 77 in Jackson, Henry Ford Health System implored the community – “in the spirit of Thanksgiving” – to do their part to slow the spread of the coronavirus.   System leaders urged vaccination for people who remain reluctant or hesitant, booster shots for those who are eligible to receive one and mask wearing when indoors – proven public health measures that have shown to be effective during the 20-month-old pandemic. They also announced that vaccinations for established Henry Ford patients ages 5 – 11 will begin Thursday at pediatric and family medicine clinics. “We have to work harder than we have been to end this pandemic,” Bob Riney, President of Healthcare Operations and Chief Operating Officer, said during a briefing with reporters Tuesday. “We’re asking you to just be smart, for your sake, for your family’s sake and for the community’s sake. And for our healthcare teams who need your help and support. "We have the tools, and the vaccine is the number one tool in our toolkit. We just have to find a way to get over the hump and get more people vaccinated.” Increasing COVID…

(November 16, 2021 12:00 PM)  The Jackson County Health Department released the COVID-19 positive numbers for Jackson County.  As of 12:00 PM today, there are 23,602 positive cases (cumulative), and 355 deaths (cumulative)*.   There are 190 new cases and 4 new deaths since yesterday’s report. The Jackson County Health Department has announced a change in reporting effective Oct. 6, 2021.  Cases defined as probable will be reported in cumulative case and death counts.  As additional methods of testing besides the PCR test have become more common, the amount of cases classified as probable has increased and are included to provide a more accurate picture of disease in our community.  As of November 15, there are 68 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19.  Cumulative recovered, as of November 16: 19,687** The cumulative numbers posted on Mondays include the data from Saturday, Sunday and Monday.  Recovered numbers are being posted as received.  *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections.  Their numbers are listed under a separate category and reported by the state at Michigan Statistics. Cases reported involving Jackson County school students or staff are included in our…

(November 15, 2021 6:08 PM) Michigan reported 21,034* coronavirus (COVID-19) positive test cases today, with the state reported total now at 1,209,712. Michigan is reporting 95** COVID-19-related deaths today with the state total at 22,862.   *Note on cases (11/15/2021): Today's daily case count represents new referrals of confirmed cases to the MDSS since the last web update report.  Over the three days (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday), the average number of new confirmed cases is ~7011 per day. **The deaths announced today includes 27 deaths identified during a Vital Records review. See cumulative data page for more information. State Cumulative Total of Recovered COVID-19 Cases (as of 11/5/21): 1,026,195. Information is updated Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 3 p.m., with COVID-19 results included as of 10 a.m.   

(November 15, 2021 12:52 PM) Governor Whitmer today announced all Michigan families who are eligible for food assistance benefits are receiving an additional monthly payment in November in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and to make groceries more affordable in time for the holidays. More than 1.26 million Michiganders, nearly 700,000 households, will receive additional food assistance benefits.  Eligible clients will see additional food assistance benefits on their Bridge Card from Nov. 13-23. These benefits will be loaded onto Bridge Cards as a separate payment from the assistance that is provided earlier in the month.  Some Michiganders began receiving additional food assistance in April 2020 after the beginning of the pandemic that started the month before. In May 2021, all eligible households began getting extra monthly benefits. Federal approval is necessary every month.  All households eligible for SNAP receive an increase of at least $95 monthly, even if they are already receiving the maximum payment or are close to that amount. Households that received over $95 to bring them to the maximum payment for their group size will continue to receive that larger amount.  Below are the maximum allowable benefits for SNAP customers based on their respective household size:   One Person: $250  Two Persons: $459  Three Persons: $658  Four Persons: $835  Five Persons: $992  Six Persons:…

(November 15, 2021 12:00 PM)  The Jackson County Health Department released the COVID-19 positive numbers for Jackson County.  As of 12:00 PM today, there are 23,412 positive cases (cumulative), and 351 deaths (cumulative)*.   There are 639 new cases and 1 new death since Friday’s report. The Jackson County Health Department has announced a change in reporting effective Oct. 6, 2021.  Cases defined as probable will be reported in cumulative case and death counts.  As additional methods of testing besides the PCR test have become more common, the amount of cases classified as probable has increased and are included to provide a more accurate picture of disease in our community.  As of November 15, there are 68 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19.  Cumulative recovered, as of November 15: 19,619** The cumulative numbers posted on Mondays include the data from Saturday, Sunday and Monday.  Recovered numbers are being posted as received.  *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections.  Their numbers are listed under a separate category and reported by the state at Michigan Statistics. Cases reported involving Jackson County school students or staff are included in our…

(November 12, 2021 3:34 PM) Michigan reported 15,878* coronavirus (COVID-19) positive test cases today, with the state reported total now at 1,188,678. Michigan is reporting 83** COVID-19-related deaths today with the state total at 22,767.   *Note on cases (11/12/2021): Today's daily case count represents new referrals of confirmed cases to the MDSS since the last web update report. Over the two days (Thursday and Friday), the average number of new confirmed cases is 7939 per day. This average includes lab results from the processing delay reported on Wednesday. The issue has been resolved. **The deaths announced today includes 43 deaths identified during a Vital Records review. See cumulative data page for more information. State Cumulative Total of Recovered COVID-19 Cases (as of 11/5/21): 1,026,195. Information is updated Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 3 p.m., with COVID-19 results included as of 10 a.m.   

(November 12, 2021 3:01 PM)  The Jackson County Health Department has released its weekly report: COOLER WEATHER SAFETY:  As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, windows are closed, sports and events move inside, and people gather for the holidays.  We have all experienced how these changes often usher in the beginning of a season of respiratory illnesses.  This year, colds, flu, and COVID will all be circulating.  Please remember the basics including staying home when sick, washing your hands, and covering your coughs.  COVID is widely circulating in our community so if you have any of the common symptoms, which include:  fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, diarrhea, or nausea and vomiting. If you are experiencing symptoms, it is important to rule out COVID with a test before interacting with others. Differences and similarities between flu and COVID-19 symptoms, and spread can be found on the CDC webpage.  Information on how and when to quarantine or isolate, as well as special resources for parents and students, are available by clicking on the menu options on our Coronavirus webpage…

(November 12, 2021 12:00 PM)  The Jackson County Health Department released the COVID-19 positive numbers for Jackson County.  As of 12:00 PM today, there are 22,773 positive cases (cumulative), and 350 deaths (cumulative)*.   There are 373 new cases and 1 new death since Wednesday’s report (there was no report on Thursday, Veterans Day). The Jackson County Health Department has announced a change in reporting effective Oct. 6, 2021.  Cases defined as probable will be reported in cumulative case and death counts.  As additional methods of testing besides the PCR test have become more common, the amount of cases classified as probable has increased and are included to provide a more accurate picture of disease in our community.  As of November 9, there are 70 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19.  Cumulative recovered, as of November 12: 19,381** The cumulative numbers posted on Mondays include the data from Saturday, Sunday and Monday.  Recovered numbers are being posted as received.  *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections.  Their numbers are listed under a separate category and reported by the state at Michigan Statistics. Cases reported involving Jackson County…