Here are some common questions and answers about returning to work or school as a breastfeeding mom: Q: How often should I pump while at work? A: Pump every time […]
Download a free OCHD Emergency Preparedness Tips Brochure. Hurricane Milton is another reminder that we are still in the midst of Hurricane season! Protect Your Home & Family By Being […]
(Toms River) – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) is reminding residents that since the 2018 closure of the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station, the free potassium iodide (KI) pill […]
ANNUAL SCREENINGS FOR INDIVIDUALS OVER 45 SAVE LIVES! This year, more than 145,600 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer and more than 51,000 will die of the disease. Regular […]
The Ocean County Health Department is inviting you to participate in a brief survey regarding your thoughts and perceptions of substance use disorder. Please know your participation in this survey […]
Learn more about this Silent Killer Did You Know? Diabetes affects about 34.2 million Americans or about 10.5 percent of the U.S. population. Nearly 1 in 5 adults living with […]
WIC’s nutrition education and services are critical for establishing healthy eating habits for young families. To celebrate both NNM and WIC, post a picture of your favorite family meal […]
Dramatic Increase in Youth Self-Harm Attempts (New Jersey) – What does an 11-year-old in North Jersey, a 13-year-old in South Jersey and a 16-year-old in Central Jersey […]
AUGUST IS CHILDREN’S VISION AND LEARNING MONTH (Toms River) – Seeing is believing when we take a look at the soaring number of students with eye issues and the […]
Free Event is Offering Free Health Screenings & Services (Toms River) – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) is wrapping up the summer season in style with its 3rd […]
OCHD OFFERING MORE THAN 60 CLINICS FOR RESIDENTS (Toms River) – Coming off of one of the worst flu seasons in decades, the Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) is […]
