Department of Health for the State of New Jersey

Extreme heat warning. Stay hydrated; know the warning signs of heat-related illness; keep cool; wear lightweight, light-colored, loose fitting clothing; protect your skin.

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The only way to prevent measles is vaccination. Make sure you’re protected.

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NJ STI RESOURCES

The only way to prevent measles is vaccination. Make sure you’re protected.

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Vital Records

The Office of Vital Statistics and Registry registers vital events and maintains the following vital records:

Birth records from 1923 to present
Marriage records from 1941 to present
Death records from 1941 to present
Domestic partnership records from 2004
Civil union records from 2007
Certificate of birth resulting in stillbirth from 1969
Adoption records - foreign and domestic

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Public Notices

Find the Department's latest legal and public notices, including:

Procurement bidding opportunities
Grant and funding opportunities
Rulemaking, including emergency rulemaking
Enforcement actions (i.e., health care facilities, certified nurse aides, EMS)
State Health Planning Board matters (i.e., public hearings, CN decision letters)
Public meeting of boards, councils, commissions, and advisory bodies
Long-term care facility ownership and leasing changes
And more

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Health Topics A to Z

Childhood Lead

Flu

Measles

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Vaccines

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COVID-19 Resources

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COVID-19 Information

New Jersey Respiratory Illness Dashboard

Respiratory Illness Surveillance Reports

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In the News

NJ Health Officials Report Typical Seasonal Uptick of Cyclosporiasis Cases, No Outbreaks Amid Multistate Cyclosporiasis Activity

As several states report increases in cyclosporiasis cases, a gastrointestinal illness linked to contaminated fresh produce, New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is reassuring residents that New Jersey has not seen an atypical increase in cases this season. NJDOH continues to closely monitor the situation and is urging residents to take simple food safety precautions to reduce their risk of illness.

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New Jersey Department of Health Encourages Residents to Take Heat Safety Precautions During Heat Wave

With another heat wave bringing dangerously hot weather to New Jersey, State health officials urge residents and visitors to take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths. All eligible New Jerseyans are also encouraged to donate blood amid a critical shortage of blood products in the state.

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ICYMI:NJMIHIA Convenes Doulas and Birth Workers from Across New Jersey for The Village Moves Forward Doula Town Hall

The New Jersey Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Authority (NJMIHIA) convened doulas, birth workers, community leaders, and maternal health advocates from across the state on July 9 for The Village Moves Forward, a statewide Doula Town Hall focused on strengthening collaboration, advancing birth equity, and supporting healthier outcomes for New Jersey families.
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New Jersey Health Commissioner Announces New Executive Leadership Team

New Jersey Health Commissioner Raynard E. Washington today announces the executive leadership team who will work alongside him to advance the State health department’s mission to protect the public's health, promote healthy communities, and improve the quality of care.

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