Mission Statement
"In partnership with our community, we are committed to serving as a leader to promote healthy lifestyles, ensure a clean and safe environment, and provide high-quality public health services to protect our present and future generations".
Guiding Principles:
- To assess public health priorities of the community through comprehensive health planning;
- To inform and educate our community about public health issues and concerns;
- To empower individuals to take responsibility for their health and wellness and that of their communities;
- To utilize a systemic, team approach to effectively solve problems and achieve our mission; and;
- To promote a work environment which continually strives to incorporate our agency’s values.
Values:
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
- Respect
- Equality
- Compassion
- Innovation
- Cultural Competence
News Articles
November 20, 2020
It’s not easy to tell the difference but seeking medical guidance ASAP is recommended (Toms River) – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) and the […]
November 19, 2020
Citing an uptick in COVID-19 cases and a greater interest for testing with the approach of the holidays, Ocean County will increase the hours of testing […]
November 6, 2020
Study suggests monitoring the impact of COVID-19 during pregnancy can protect women & their babies A recent study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Services
- Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services
- Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
- Municipal Alliances
- Prescription Drop-Off Boxes
- Animal Facilities
- Pet of the Week
- Chronic Disease Screening Services
- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
- Chronic Disease Health Education Programs
- Community Health Assessment and Planning
- Community Health Improvement Plan
- Annual Report
- Health Education
- Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Planning
- Consumer Health
- Environmental Health
- Restaurant Inspections
- Water Results/ Beach Closures
- Communicable Disease
- Clinic Services
- Flu FAQs
- Flu and Pneumonia Vaccination Schedule
- School Immunization Information for Parents
- Child Development Services
- Childhood Blood Lead Exposure Prevention
- Dental Coordination
- Women, Infants, and Children - WIC
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