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Measles: Risks and Reality
Signs and Symptoms Symptoms of measles usually begin 10–14 days after exposure to the virus. A prominent rash is the most visible symptom. Early symptoms usually last 4–7 days.…
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How Much Do You Know About Shingles?
The third annual Shingles Awareness Week is from February 26-March 1, 2024. Shingles Awareness Week was established to raise awareness around misconceptions about the risks of developing shingles.…
2 mths ago
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Navigate the Winter with Smart Safety Strategies
Winter in New Jersey is a time of unique beauty and unique risks. Wind chill can cause frostbite. Freezing rain can cause dangers on the road. Nor'easters have the potential to cause more damage…
3 mths ago
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Tips To Keep Food Safe During Power Outages
With severe weather, public health officials are urging consumers to practice good food safety during power outages. One important thing to remember is that placing perishable food outside in snow…
3 mths ago
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Wellness Tips for Cold Weather
The end of the year is a busy time. On top of that, the seasons are changing (Winter officially begins on December 21), which can affect your physical and mental health.…
4 mths ago
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AED Awareness and Sports Safety
Each year approximately 23,000 youth suffer from sudden cardiac arrest. According to Parent Heart Watch, sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death among student-athletes.…
7 mths ago
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Information regarding Mosquito Spraying at Rock Spring Park 9/27/2023
Morris County Division of Mosquito Control Adult Mosquito Control Operation 9/27/23 Due to an increase in adult mosquito populations and disease response, weather permitting,…
7 mths ago
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Create a Grab and Go Bag for Emergencies
National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.…
7 mths ago
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FOOD SAFETY MYTHS AND FACTS
National Food Safety Education Month is in September. It is a great time to educate oneself and others about food safety and about preventing food poisoning.…
8 mths ago
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How to Grill Safely
Barbecue season offers lots of opportunities for outdoor fun with family and friends. But these warm weather events also present opportunities for foodborne bacteria to thrive.…
8 mths ago
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Rethink Your Drink
Sugary drinks are the leading source of added sugars in the American diet. These sweetened liquids include regular soda, fruit drinks, sports drinks, energy drinks, and sweetened waters.…
9 mths ago
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Preventing Heat-related Illness at Summer Camps
Children, especially those who are physically active, are among those individuals at higher-than-average risk for HRI. Between 2017 and 2021, a total of 848 children under the age of 15- years old…
10 mths ago
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Medical Waste Disposal Information
Please find a link here regarding medical waste disposal. Also, a prescription drop box is located in the Police Department lobby for our residents convenience.
10 mths ago
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Summer and Pets
Summer heat can be dangerous for your family pets. Follow these steps to help ensure your pet stays safe this summer. Don’t leave your pet in a hot vehicle, even for a few minutes.…
10 mths ago
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Free Lead Testing- Household Items
Saturday, June 24, 2023 11:00am-1:00pm 168 Gold Mine Road Mount Olive, NJ The Morris County Division of Public Health in partnership with the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA) will…
10 mths ago
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Atlantic Health Systems Community Health Events - June 2023
Atlantic Health Systems is providing a list of the Community Health Events they are offering for the month of June. The health events touch on many topics including tick borne disease, Alzheimer's,…
11 mths ago
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Healthy and Safe Swimming Week
May 22-28, 2023 has been designated as Healthy and Safe Swimming Week to highlight the roles that swimmers, parents, aquatics and beach staff, residential pool owners,…
11 mths ago
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Preventing Noise-induced hearing loss
Hearing plays an essential role in communication, speech and language development, and learning. Even a small amount of hearing loss can have profound, negative effects on speech,…
11 mths ago
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Get a Handle on Food Safety
Is your food establishment up to date on food safety regulations? Learn from your local health department on ways to keep your employees and customers safe.…
1 yr ago
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National Donate Life Month
Observed in April each year, National Donate Life Month helps raise awareness about donation, encourage Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and to honor those that have saved lives…
1 yr ago
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Washington Township Community Well Testing 2023- 4/22/2023
Brought to you by: Raritan Headwaters 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Rock Spring Park, Senior Center Pavilion (near Library), 37 East Springtown Road, Long Valley Thank you for testing your well this year!…
1 yr ago
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How To Pick The Right Sunscreen
Do you know that some sunscreens can prevent sunburn, reduce your risk of getting skin cancer, and help prevent early signs of skin aging? Here is how to choose a sunscreen that does all three:…
1 yr ago
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Questions about Narcan?
Naloxone, sold under the brand name Narcan, is a medication used to reverse or reduce the effects of opioids which blocks the opioid’s effect on the brain.…
1 yr ago
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Prevent Tick Bites
Tick exposure can occur year-round, but ticks are most active during warmer months (April-September). Before you go outdoors Ticks live in grassy, brushy, wooded areas and even on animals.…
1 yr ago
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Screening saves lives!
Screening (testing for colorectal cancer) is the No. 1 way you can prevent colon cancer and rectal cancer. With screening, colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers.…
1 yr ago
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