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April 26, 2023
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WORLD IMMUNIZATION WEEK – April 24-30, 2023

Childhood vaccinations save an estimated 4 million lives worldwide every year. Yet 1 in 5 children are missing lifesaving immunizations that protect them from dangerous diseases. […]
April 25, 2023
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OCEAN COUNTY ANIMAL FACILITIES CELEBRATE NATIONAL ADOPT A SHELTER PET DAY APRIL 30, 2023

(Toms River) – The Ocean County Animal Facilities is recognizing “National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day” on April 30, 2023, with a 2-day adoption special event. […]
April 20, 2023
DEA National Takeback

NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY IS SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 2023

The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office will once again join the United States Drug Enforcement Administration in support of the Annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day […]
April 18, 2023
National Youth Sports

KEEP YOUR CHILDREN IN THE GAME! APRIL IS NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH

Having children participate in sports is an important part of a healthy and active lifestyle. Unfortunately, sports injuries can, and do, occur. According to the Centers […]
April 12, 2023
Wildfires be prepared

IMPORTANT HEALTH TIPS & WAYS TO PROTECT YOU AND YOUR HOME FROM WILDFIRES.

RECENT WILDFIRES IN MANCHESTER REMIND US TO BE PREPARED.   Stay aware of the latest news and updates from your local media and fire department. Get […]
April 11, 2023

OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT FREE CLINIC SERVICES NOW OFFERED AT LAKEWOOD OFFICE

The OCHD has expanded its STI CLINIC SERVICES with clinics now being held at our Lakewood office on Wednesday afternoons.
April 6, 2023
Covid-Boosters-Bivalent

Learn More About the BIVALENT Booster

COVID VACCINES HAVE CHANGED SO MUCH SINCE THEY WERE FIRST INTRODUCED. What is a BIVALENT Booster? The virus that causes COVID-19 changes over time. Keep your […]
April 4, 2023
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APRIL IS NATIONAL AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH.

National Autism Acceptance Month is sponsored by The Autism Society and represents an excellent opportunity to promote autism awareness, autism acceptance and to draw attention to […]
April 3, 2023
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NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK IS HERE! APRIL 3-9, 2023

National Public Health Week 2023 is a United States health awareness event backed by the American Public Health Association (APHA). It is observed during the first […]