Michigan’s third presumptive case of the COVID-19 coronavirus involves a patient from St. Clair County, according to the St. Clair County Health Department.

The patient is a middle-aged male who is in stable condition and isolated at his home, according to a press release from the health department.

“The individual has a history of domestic travel,” the press release said. “This patient took proper precautions early on and had minimal community contact.”

Dr. Annette Mercatante, the county’s medical health officer, said the department “does not want the community to panic. If you feel well, you do not need to be tested. Mildly ill people should be encouraged to stay home and contact their healthcare provider by phone for clinical guidance. Testing will be determined based on risk assessment.”

The case adds to two presumptive positive tests announced Tuesday. Those first two were in Oakland and Wayne counties.

According to the state website, there are now 26 pending test results and 172 people being monitored.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency and issued recommendations to control the spread of the virus, including avoiding gatherings of 100 or more people, staying home when sick and practicing good hygiene.

Public universities and some private colleges have canceled classes.

PREVENTION TIPS

Michigan’s State Emergency Operations Center is coordinating state-government resources and the response to the coronavirus spread. It has shared the following tips:

What you can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases:

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