Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian

Lower vaccination coverage leaves classrooms more vulnerable to diseases like measles and whooping cough. Make a back-to-school vaccine plan now.

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The U.S. is experiencing its highest measles case count in 35 years, and most cases are among people who are unvaccinated or whose vaccination status is unknown. Check your child’s records and catch up on missed vaccines.

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Some medications and hot weather don’t mix. If you take medicine for mental health conditions or disorders, blood pressure or other chronic conditions, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how to stay safe in the heat.

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Whooping cough is still circulating in Michigan, and babies can become seriously ill. About 1 in 3 who contract whooping cough require hospitalization. Before the first school bell, talk with your child’s provider about DTaP vaccination.

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Mosquito and tick season is in full swing, and Michigan is already seeing virus activity this year. Remember to grab repellent, do a tick check when you come back in and use MiTracking data to keep an eye on local risk.

Learn more about ticks: Michigan.gov/Ticks