Communicable Disease Spotlight

Tickborne Disease Awareness

Tickborne Disease Awareness

Governor Murphy has proclaimed May as Tick-borne Disease Awareness month. While ticks are active most of the year, May is an opportunity to remind healthcare providers and the public that tick season has arrived, to consider tickborne diseases, and to take measures to prevent tick bites.

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Mpox

Mpox

Mpox is a disease that can affect anyone. The virus can cause flu-like symptoms, swollen lymph nodes, and a rash that often begins on the face and spreads to other parts of the body. Click the button below to access information for the public, healthcare providers, local heath departments, and laboratories.

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2023 New Jersey Immunization Conference

2023 New Jersey Immunization Conference

Join the New Jersey Department of Health and Rutgers School of Public Health for the 2023 New Jersey Immunization Conference on June 6 and June 21.

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Hepatitis Services Locator

Hepatitis Services Locator

The New Jersey Department of Health Hepatitis Services Locator is an interactive directory for finding free or low cost publicly-funded hepatitis services, including vaccination, testing, and treatment.

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COVID-19

COVID-19

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. Click the button below to access more information specific to the public, schools, businesses, public health professionals, and health care professionals.

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Flu

Limiting the spread of influenza in New Jersey during the annual flu season is a high priority for the Communicable Disease Service. We monitor flu activity throughout the state, maintain information on vaccine availability, and offer prevention guidelines for use in home, workplace, and healthcare settings.

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Disease Reporting

Many healthcare providers and facility administrators are required to report new cases of certain communicable diseases to either local health departments or the New Jersey Department of Health.

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Last Reviewed: 5/31/2023