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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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Women, Infants & Children (WIC)

WIC is a public health nutrition program that provides wholesome food, nutrition education and community support for eligible women who are pregnant and post-partum with infants and children up to five years old.

In the News

Murphy Administration Releases Updated Potential Lead Exposure Mapping Tool During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (Oct. 20-26), the New Jersey Departments of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Health (DOH) today released updates and additions to a statewide online mapping tool that uses publicly available data to indicate potential sources of lead exposure across the state.

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New Jersey Department of Health Highlights Preparedness Against COVID-19, Flu, and RSV

With cold weather and holiday gatherings on the way, the New Jersey Department of Health emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated against respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). 

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NJ Health Department Alerts Residents of Confirmed Measles Case, Urges Individuals To Stay Up to Date on Vaccines

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is alerting residents about potential exposure associated with a confirmed case of measles.

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New Jersey Department of Health and New Jersey Office of Emergency Management Remind the Public To Be Prepared and Stay Healthy

As the State of New Jersey recognizes National Preparedness Month, it is important to reflect not only on the measures taken at all levels of government to safeguard residents, but also to take stock of the opportunities for individuals to keep themselves and their families healthy while preparing for any emergency, all year-round.

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