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In July, fatal shootings across Michigan sparked conversation about gun violence. This month’s newsletter also covers false claims after kindergarten vaccination rates declined, conversation about reproductive health care options, and discussion surrounding the OK2SAY student safety program.

False claims that the hepatitis B vaccine causes autism spread nationally in recent weeks, including in Michigan. This month’s newsletter explains why newborns need the hepatitis B vaccine, highlights conversations around measles after the state reported more cases, clarifies questions around the state’s “red flag” law, and shares information about a community partnership to connect people to substance use disorder treatment.

Michigan reported new measles cases in late May and early June. In response, social media asked questions about the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine. This month’s newsletter explains who should get an MMR vaccine, debunks false claims about HIV, and responds to calls for suicide prevention resources.

Michigan is experiencing a dramatic spike in whooping cough cases, which began late last year. In response, some social media users have spread false narratives about the disease and the vaccines that protect against it. This month’s newsletter debunks false claims about whooping cough vaccines, responds to Michigan’s rise in sexually transmitted infections, and highlights reactions to local naloxone distribution efforts and gun storage laws.

More measles cases have been reported in Michigan, leading some social media users to falsely claim that the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine is linked to autism. This month’s newsletter debunks myths about MMR vaccine safety, responds to discussions about rising mumps cases, and highlights local reproductive health services as several Planned Parenthood clinics will close at the end of the month.

An adult in Oakland County was diagnosed with measles after traveling overseas. This month’s newsletter explains how to help protect against measles and responds to discussions about veterans’ mental health, HPV vaccines, and opioid overdoses after Ingham County saw a spike in early March.

Comments from a Michigan representative sparked conversation about tubal ligation, also known as “getting your tubes tied.” This month’s newsletter explains how the procedure permanently prevents pregnancy and responds to conversations about the flu and prescription opioids.

Michigan’s surge in respiratory viruses is driving online conversation about vaccines. This month’s newsletter clears up misconceptions about flu vaccines, along with other trending health topics.