This story has been updated to correct inaccurate data first reported by the State of Michigan.

Cases of the novel coronavirus have hit 24,638 in Michigan on Sunday, according to data from the state health department. That's an increase of 645 cases since Saturday and the lowest daily reported case amount in 17 days.

The COVID-19 death toll also continues to increase each day, claiming 1,487 lives as of Sunday. The state has reported 95 deaths since Saturday.

The state warns that the decrease in daily cases and deaths reported reflects a reduction in the number of lab tests being conducted over the weekend and holiday, rather than reflecting a true statewide decline in COVID-19 cases and deaths.

This week saw the deadliest day since the beginning of the virus outbreak, with 205 deaths reported Friday.

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The average age of coronavirus deaths is 73.1 years old. The state median age of those deceased as of Saturday is 74. The age range of those who have died due to the virus is 20 to 107, according to state data.

Michiganders in the 80+ age range account for 10% of cases but make up 36% of deaths. Following that age range come those in the 70 to 79 range who comprise 28% of deaths.

Of the confirmed cases, 53% are male, 46% are female and 1% are unknown. Men account for 57% of the deaths.

By race, African Americans — who count for 14% of the state's population — represent 33% of the state's confirmed cases and 40% of deaths. Caucasians account for 27% of the cases and 36% of deaths. Those of unknown race account for 31% of the cases and 20% of deaths.

Contact Miriam Marini at mmarini@gannett.com