LANSING (WWJ) - If you were hoping to get your hair colored or relax some stress away at the spa -- you'll have to wait a few weeks.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order on Saturday that temporarily closes all non-essential personal care service facilities -- which includes hair, nail, tanning, massage, spa, tattoo, body art and piercing services, and similar services that require individuals to be within 6-feet of each other.
The order takes effect no later than March 22 at 9 a.m. and remains in effect until April 13 at 11:59 p.m.
"COVID-19 has created an unprecedented challenge to our way of life as Michiganders," Whitmer said in a statement. "That's why we are making decisions based on science and facts to protect public health and keep people safe. I know these changes will be hard, but they are temporary, and they are necessary to slow the spread of the virus and help save lives."
The order does not apply to services necessary for medical treatment as determined by a licensed medical provider.
As of Saturday afternoon, the official statewide total stands at 787 confirmed cases, up from 549 cases the day before. Two new deaths were reported Saturday, bringing the total fatalities statewide to 6.
Patients with confirmed infection have reportedly had mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath.
The best prevention for viruses, such as influenza, the common cold or COVID-19 is to:
• If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19, call your health care provider. If you do not have a health care provider, call the nearest hospital. • Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for 20 seconds. If not available, use hand sanitizer. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands. • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or upper sleeve when coughing or sneezing. • Avoid contact with people who are sick. • If you are sick, stay home, and avoid contact with others. • Stay at least 6 feet away from others when in a public setting.
