The County Connection is excited to host the Ocean County Health Department for its Chronic Disease Screening Program on Dec. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Live Healthy Ocean […]
The Ocean County Health Department officially cut the ribbon on the recently refurbished clinic services space at the Toms River location on 175 Sunset Avenue. The upgrades include new state-of-the-art […]
Dogs can die from heatstroke in minutes if left in a hot car, even with the windows open. Here are some tips to keep your dog safe in hot weather: […]
Check out these cute Furballs & irresistible Snugglebugs!! It’s that time of year when the Ocean County Animal Facilities have a variety of adorable kittens ready for adoption. Both facilities […]
NATIONAL HIV TESTING DAY is observed each year on June 27 to highlight the importance of HIV testing. The NHTD theme for 2024 is “Level up your self-love: check your […]
How will you keep your cool as the weather heats up? Staying cool: Top tips to keep cool in hot weather: Be sun smart. … Wetter is better. … Drink […]
MEN TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH! 2024 Goal: “Build the knowledge of men and boys to impact their lifestyle for actionable, healthier choices that influence decisions, lifelong. It is always […]
AVOID GETTING SICK, SPREADING DISEASE & CONTAMINATION. This handwashing demonstration will show you how handwashing can get rid of germs and chemicals that get on our hands every day. Watch […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
