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We received national accreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) for achieving high standards for public health services, leadership and accountability.
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Summer brings hazy, hot and humid temperatures. Protect yourself and your loved ones from heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Learn howRabies
Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus, found in the saliva of a rabid animal. It is transmitted by a bite or saliva contamination of an open cut or the eyes.
FAQsSummer Meals for Children
Hunger doesn't take a summer vacation. Communities across NJ are increasingly offering free meals to children in the summer at schools, parks, libraries & other places.
MorePopulation Health Heroes Honored
Seven Population Health Hero winners were presented awards at our Population Health Summit on June 7 at Rider University.
More#ZapZika Campaign
A public awareness campaign is underway to educate pregnant women and those considering travel about Zika virus risks.
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NJ Cancer Incidence and Mortality Report
Get #TeSTD
1 in 2 sexually active people will acquire an STD by age 25. Don't wait. Get #TeSTD. Download our posters in English and Spanish.
MoreSouthern Ocean Vaccination Update
About 900 children who received vaccinations at an Ocean County medical practice between November 2014 and July 2016 may need to be re-vaccinated.
More#kNOwLEAD
Check out this video produced by the Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative about our #kNOwLEAD education campaign.
MoreAutism Resources for Families
Early Intervention Services are among the many resources New Jersey offers people with autism and their families.
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Healthy NJ 2020
Healthy New Jersey 2020 is the state’s health improvement plan for the decade. It is modeled after the federal Healthy People 2020 initiative and is the result of a multiyear process that reflects input from a diverse group of individuals and organizations.
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Rabies Testing Assessment to Begin
The Department of Health will temporarily partner with other state public health laboratories to provide rabies testing of animal specimens.
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