Common Ailments: COVID, Sinus Infections, Asthma Flare-ups, Colds, Head Lice, Bug Bites
In Metro Detroit communities, the prevalent illnesses include COVID, sinus infections, asthma flare-ups, colds, and fall allergies. Seasonal changes and allergens like pollen and ragweed contribute to nasal irritation and worsen symptoms. The return to school has also led to an increase in viral illnesses among children. Additionally, there has been a rise in severe asthma cases, possibly triggered by viral infections and weather changes. Elderly patients are experiencing more injuries due to falls, and adults are reporting ankle and knee injuries. Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) related to regular marijuana use is also being observed. In Oakland County, strep throat, mononucleosis, RSV, influenza, and hand-foot-and-mouth disease are prevalent. Washtenaw County is seeing COVID, upper respiratory infections, stomach viruses, asthma flare-ups, fall allergies, and sporadic cases of influenza. Monroe County is experiencing COVID, respiratory problems, and asthma flare-ups. Macomb County is reporting COVID, upper respiratory infections, hand-foot-and-mouth disease, infected bug bites, and head lice. Livingston County is seeing respiratory problems, COVID, asthma flare-ups, and fall allergies.