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January 19, 2024
Diabetes

WINNING IN THE FIGHT AGAINST DIABETES!

Three Ocean County residents – Susan Strack, Chaya Kaszirer & Anna Papson – were recognized at a recent Ocean County Board of Health meeting for completing […]
January 12, 2024
Stay Informed During Winter

BE PREPARED TO STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY DURING WINTER

Stay Warm. Stay Informed during winter! Winter storms and cold temperatures can be dangerous. Stay safe and healthy by planning ahead. Prepare your home and vehicles. […]
January 12, 2024
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM CERVICAL CANCER

DO YOU KNOW HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM CERVICAL CANCER. In 2020, the latest year for which incidence data are available, in the United States, 11,542 […]
January 4, 2024
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YOUNG MEN AT HIGH RISK FOR GAMBLING ADDICTION

 SPORTS BETTING SKYROCKETS! The recent rollout of legalized sports betting across 36 states has surged the gambling industry — but experts say it’s coming at the […]
January 2, 2024
Hear from you 1224

OCHD INVITES LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS FOR A FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSION!

CLICK IMAGE FOR DETAILS OR WATCH THE VIDEO TO LEARN MORE!    
December 21, 2023

DON’T WAIT, VACINATE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!

DON’T GET SICK THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!! NJ Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control recommend antiviral medications for influenza and COVID-19 for all eligible […]
December 11, 2023
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HOLIDAY HEALTH & SAFETY TIPS FOR OLDER ADULTS!

While the holidays are a time of gatherings with family and friends, they can also be a source of stress, as exercise schedules might be disrupted […]
December 4, 2023
Canine Respitory Illness

MYSTERIOUS CANINE RESPIRATORY ILLNESS

OCHD OFFERS TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE A possible increase in upper respiratory illness in dogs (canine infectious respiratory disease complex [CIRDC]) has been reported […]
November 29, 2023
Adopt a Mutt Day

DECEMBER 2 IS NATIONAL MUTT DAY!

ADOPT A SWEET MIXED-BREED DOG AT THE OCEAN COUNTY ANIMAL FACILITIES! Check out this selection of our adorable MUTTS! ** LOLA is a 2-year-old Labrador/Pit Bull […]