What's Going Around in Westland?

Health data for the Westland, Michigan area — April 2026

Here's what respiratory illnesses and infectious diseases look like near Westland, Michigan, based on the latest CDC surveillance data for Michigan. Tap any topic for detailed state-level trends, charts, and forecasts.

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CDC Recommendations at This Level

RSV activity is elevated — extra care for vulnerable groups

  • Limit infants' exposure to crowds and sick contacts
  • Anyone with cold symptoms should avoid close contact with babies and elderly family members
  • Watch infants closely for breathing difficulties — RSV can get serious quickly in babies
  • Adults 60+ with chronic lung or heart disease should take extra precautions
  • Call your pediatrician if your baby is breathing rapidly, wheezing, or not feeding well

This is general public health guidance based on CDC recommendations — not personal medical advice. Talk to your healthcare provider about what's right for you and your family.

Westland Community Health Snapshot

2022 data

City-specific chronic disease and prevention statistics from the CDC PLACES program , which provides local health estimates for communities across the US.

Chronic Conditions

12.2%
Asthma
8.0%
COPD
10.9%
Diabetes
34.8%
Obesity
7.1%
Cancer
5.9%
Heart Disease
3.5%
Stroke
34.3%
High BP
31.7%
High Cholesterol

Mental Health

26.2%
Depression
20.7%
Poor Mental Health

Health Behaviors

16.9%
Smoking
16.6%
Binge Drinking
26.7%
Inactive
40.3%
Sleep Deprived

Prevention & Access

7.5%
Uninsured
78.4%
Annual Checkup
65.1%
Dental Visit

Source: CDC PLACES: Local Data for Better Health, 2024 release. Age-adjusted prevalence estimates. Learn more

About this data: Infectious disease surveillance (flu, COVID, RSV, measles) is reported at the state level. This page uses Michigan data as the best available indicator for the Westland area. The health snapshot above shows Westland-specific estimates from CDC PLACES (2022 data).

See the full Michigan health dashboard for more detail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What illnesses are going around in Westland, Michigan right now?

Based on Michigan state surveillance data (which covers Westland), flu activity is moderate, RSV is high, COVID-19 is moderate, and Michigan has reported 4 measles cases in 2026. Click any topic above for detailed trends and charts.

Is the flu bad in Westland right now?

Flu activity in Michigan (which includes Westland) is currently moderate with 2.7% ILI. Activity appears stable. See the Michigan flu page for weekly trend charts.

What are the biggest health issues in Westland?

According to the CDC PLACES dataset (2022 data), Westland residents face these key health challenges: Sleep Deprived (40.3%), Obesity (34.8%), High BP (34.3%). The community health snapshot on this page shows 18 health measures specific to Westland.

Does Westland have its own health data, or is this state-level?

This page combines two types of CDC data. The infectious disease section (flu, COVID, RSV, measles) shows Michigan state-level surveillance, which is the most reliable available indicator for the Westland area. The Community Health Snapshot below shows Westland-specific chronic disease and prevention data from the CDC PLACES program, which provides city-level estimates for all 50 states. State infectious disease data reflects overall trends that apply to communities within the state, including Westland.

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