Salem County News

Make the Flu Stop at You!

2008 Flu Clinic Schedule 2008 Flu Clinic Consent Form Is it a Cold or the Flu?

Healthy Habits for Back to School

Remember these simple tips for a healthy school year!...MORE

Hurricane/Tropical Storm Preparedness
Hurricane Preparedness Press Release
Develop a Plan
Emergency Supply Kit

CDC Hurricane Resource Site FEMA Hurricane Resource Site

New Jersey Citizen's Guide to Planning for Public Health Emergencies
New Jersey’s Department of Health and Senior Services has made it a priority to strengthen our state’s health care infrastructure to prepare for any public health emergency, whether an act of terrorism, natural disaster, or an emerging infectious disease....ENGLISH SPANISH

Food Safety During Disasters
Keeping Food Safe after a Natural Disaster or Power Outage... MORE

A Call For Volunteers
The citizens of Salem County need your help. The Salem County Health Department recognizes that, in the event of a public health emergency, volunteers are our most valuable resource. We need to identify a dedicated group of individuals that can be relied upon in the event of a bioterrorist or natural disaster to help put our plans into action.....MORE

Fight Illness Through Proper Hand Washing
Using proper hand washing techniques can help prevent the spread of illnesses in kids and adults
Handwashing for Kids! Handwashing for Adults!

DEP and EPA Sponsoring Contests
The NJDEP (New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection) and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) are sponsoring contest to help promote awareness of the dangers of Radon Gas...
NJDEP Poster Contest Info NJDEP Poster Contest Brochure EPA Video Contest Info

Proper Disposal of Household Medication
Guidelines and steps for proper disposal can be found here...MORE

Pandemic Influenza
An influenza pandemic is a global outbreak that occurs when a new virus appears in humans that can cause serious illness... MORE

Salmonella Outbreak
FDA has issued a warning to consumers nationwide that an outbreak of Salmonella serotype Saintpaul...MORE

4th Positive Case of Rabies Identified
Salem County Health Department was notified of a positive rabies case in...MORE

What Are Scabies?
Scabies is an infestation of the skin with the mite Sarcoptes scabei...MORE

Ready Together, New Jersey
A Public Health Guide to Emergency Planning ENGLISH , SPANISH

Free STD Clinics available in Salem County
The Salem County Health Department would like to announce the availability of free STD clinics...MORE

Shots For Tots offered in Salem County
The Salem County Health Department would like to stress the importance Immunizations for children...MORE

Pregnancy Testing offered in Salem County
The Salem County Health Department would like to stress the importance of early pregnancy testing...MORE

MRSA In Schools
These are commonly asked questions that will help parents and school officials prevent the spread of MRSA in schools...MORE
Additional Information Here! Spanish Version

FDA to declare cold medicines too risky for babies, toddlers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued a Public Health Advisory for parents and caregivers...MORE

FDA OKs meat, milk from most cloned animals
Food from healthy clones of cattle, swine and goats is as safe as food from non-cloned animals, the Food and Drug Administration said...MORE

Bird Flu (Avian Influenza) Public Handout
Some very helpful information on Avian Influenza... MORE

Avian Flu/Pandemic Flu Website
One-stop access to U.S. Government avian and pandemic flu information. Managed by the Department of Health and Human Services... MORE

BRFSS Study Results
A total of 620 residents from Salem County were interviewed by telephone to assess their health practices and health status... MORE

C.H.I.P.
The Cumberland and Salem Public Health Partnership recently identified key health issues that our counties are facing...MORE