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November 14, 2024

GET READY FOR THE GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT!

Get ready for the Great American Smokeout! November 21st is your DAY ONE! Smoking causes cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, among so many […]

November 13, 2024

CDC REPORTS PERTUSSIS OUTBREAKS

CDC Reports Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Outbreaks Highest in U.S. in Over a Decade: Cases also on the Rise in Ocean County. FACTS: ** In the first 8 months of 2024, […]

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October 9, 2024

WHOOPING COUGH IS ON THE RISE

Whooping Cough (Pertussis) on the rise throughout Ocean County. Are you & your loved ones protected? FACTS: ** In the first 8 months of 2024, the U.S. experienced 5 times […]

October 7, 2024

PRETTY IN PINK, HANDSOME IN BLUE DAY

OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO RECOGNIZE PRETTY PINK, HANDSOME IN BLUE DAY ON OCTOBER 16, 2024. The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) is pleased to announce the recognition of Pretty […]

October 2, 2024

ACTIVE STUDENTS ARE BETTER LEARNERS!

Recommendations for Physical Activity Aerobic: Most of the 60 minutes or more per day should be either moderate- or vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity and should include vigorous-intensity physical activity on […]

September 26, 2024

TAILGATING FOOD SAFETY TIPS

What are the rules of the tailgating food safety game? Keep it clean Over half of all foodborne illness is caused by unclean hands. The best option is washing hands […]

September 24, 2024

OCHD RECOGNIZES WORLD RABIES DAY

World Rabies Day is September 28, 2024 The OCHD recognizes World Rabies Day, which is celebrated annually on September 28. The theme for World Rabies Day in 2024 is “Breaking […]

September 20, 2024

FREE RABIES VACCINE CLINIC

Both of our animal facilities offer free rabies vaccinations available for the public for cats and dogs. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Jackson (Northern OCAF) 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month: […]

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October 16, 2024

Returning to Work: Key Insights for Breastfeeding Mothers

Here are some common questions and answers about returning to work or school as a breastfeeding mom: Q: How often should I pump while at work? A: Pump every time […]

October 31, 2024

SOUTHERN ANIMAL FACILITY TEMPORARILY CLOSING

(Toms River) – The Southern Ocean County Animal Facility, located in Manahawkin, NJ, willtemporarily close its doors for essential renovations and repairs after business hours on November 3, 2024. During […]

October 10, 2024

DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE!

Download a free OCHD Emergency Preparedness Tips Brochure. Hurricane Milton is another reminder that we are still in the midst of Hurricane season! Protect Your Home & Family By Being […]

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