Department of Health for the State of New Jersey

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The only way to prevent measles is vaccination. Make sure you’re protected.

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Wha to know about bird flu. 1. There are no reported cases of H5N1 in New Jersey. 2. Human risk is low, but its wise to take precautions when handling animals. 3. Avoid direct contact with sick or dead birds and practice good hygiene around aniamals.

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Vital Records

The Office of Vital Statistics and Registry registers vital events and maintains the following vital records:

Birth records from 1923 to present
Marriage records from 1941 to present
Death records from 1941 to present
Domestic partnership records from 2004
Civil union records from 2007
Certificate of birth resulting in stillbirth from 1969
Adoption records - foreign and domestic

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Women, Infants & Children (WIC)

WIC is a public health nutrition program that provides wholesome food, nutrition education and community support for eligible women who are pregnant and post-partum with infants and children up to five years old.

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Communicable Diseases A to Z

COVID-19

Influenza (Flu)

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

Mpox

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COVID-19 Resources

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New Jersey Respiratory Illness Dashboard

Respiratory Illness Surveillance Reports

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In the News

New Jersey Department of Health Achieves National Reaccreditation

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) achieved national Reaccreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) as announced last week, demonstrating its commitment to continuous quality improvement, public health services, leadership, and accountability.

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NJ Health Department Alerts Residents of New Potential Exposures from Another Non-NJ Measles Case, Urges Individuals to Stay Up to Date on Vaccines

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is alerting residents about potential exposures associated with a newly identified case of measles in a non-NJ resident who attended a concert in NJ while infectious. Individuals – especially parents, guardians, health care providers, and caregivers – are urged to be aware of the symptoms of this highly contagious virus and to ensure they are up to date with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) shots.

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NJ Health Department Alerts Residents and Travelers of New Potential Exposures from a Non-NJ Measles Case, Urges Individuals to Stay Up to Date on Vaccines

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is alerting residents and travelers about potential exposures associated with a newly identified case of measles in a non-NJ resident who visited NJ while infectious. Individuals – especially parents, guardians, health care providers, and caregivers – are urged to be aware of the symptoms of this highly contagious virus and to stay up to date with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) shots.

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ICYMI: HIGHLY PATHOGENIC AVIAN INFLUENZA CASE CONFIRMED AND CONTAINED IN ESSEX COUNTY LIVE BIRD MARKET

The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s (NJDA) Division of Animal Health have confirmed a new Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) poultry case in an Essex County live bird market. The disease response is being coordinated between State and Federal partners.

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