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Trenton NJ, New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), which has already confirmed one case of measles in the state thus far in 2024, is now collaborating with local health departments to investigate eight suspected cases of mumps in one family cluster in Hunterdon County related to international travel. No additional information is available due to privacy concerns.
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Trenton NJ, Based on new recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is updating its guidance on isolation and quarantine period for both the public and healthcare providers.
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Trenton NJ, in an effort to expand consumer access to immunization records, a new app from the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) makes it easier for individuals and families vaccinated in the state to access their COVID-19 vaccination record.
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Trenton NJ, in conference call on March 31 with hundreds of long-term care facility operators the Murphy Administration was told patients would die , “You understand that by asking us to take COVID patients, by demanding we take COVID patients, that patients will die in nursing homes that wouldn’t have otherwise died had we screened them out.”
April 1, 2020
Dear Ridgewood School Community,
Yesterday, I received a Letter of Health Consultation (LHC) from the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) addressing health concerns related to possible exposure from contaminated fill at the Orchard Elementary School. As you may recall, we had been in consultation with the NJDOH to schedule a public meeting; however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a public meeting is no longer an option. Please click here to view a copy of the NJDOH Letter of Health Consultation (LHC). The conclusion of the 11-page document is as follows:
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Ridgewood NJ, Dr. Fishbein gave an update on the novel coronavirus (COVID-2019). The district is monitoring the information being released by the Centers for Disease Control and the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH). Three letters regarding COVID-2019 have been sent to the school community, as well as two flu season letters. Students are being reminded to wash their hands and avoid touching their eyes and nose. Schools are closely monitoring the hand sanitizer dispensers to ensure that they are filled. Families who have traveled and returned from high impact areas have voluntarily quarantined. The NJDOH does not recommend closure of schools; the decision to close school is made by the superintendent unless a state of emergency is declared. The district has been communicating with Department of Health for the Village of Ridgewood. Parents are reminded to keep children home if they are sick. Letters and important resources for the community can be found on the district website. Click here to access the Health Notices page.