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Mosquitoes Beware! Township of Washington to Undergo Early Morning Spraying

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Waking Up to a Mosquito-Free Town? What You Need to Know About Twp. of Washington’s Early Morning Spraying

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Bergen County Mosquito Control is taking proactive steps to combat the mosquito population in Twp. of Washington. Residents can expect an early morning ULV (Ultra-Low Volume) truck spray on Thursday, September 25th, between 3:00 AM and 6:00 AM. This targeted effort is designed to significantly reduce the number of mosquitoes in our community.

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How Automation Supports Better Public Health Data

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When you think about public health emergencies, one thing becomes crystal clear: data saves lives. But collecting, managing, and analyzing health information manually? That’s where things get messy. You’ve probably seen the challenges firsthand – delayed reporting, missing records, and the endless paperwork that bogs down healthcare workers when they should be focusing on patient care.

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CDC Panel Considers Major Changes to Baby Vaccines: What Parents Need to Know

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CDC Panel Weighs Major Vaccine Changes, Including a Delay for Newborns

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Ridgewood NJ, a key vaccine advisory panel for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is meeting this week, with major recommendations on the table that could impact the vaccine schedules for children and newborns. The discussions center on two key areas: the Hepatitis B vaccine and a combination vaccine for measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox).

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New Jersey is Facing a Loneliness Epidemic

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A Hidden Epidemic: How Many New Jerseyans Are Living with Chronic Loneliness?

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Ridgewood NJ, loneliness is more than just a passing feeling; it’s a serious public health issue with a significant impact on both mental and physical well-being. A new study has revealed an alarming reality for the Garden State: over 551,000 New Jersey residents are living in a state of constant, chronic loneliness.

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Key Benefits of Pursuing Higher Education in Public Health

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Higher education in public health provides individuals with the opportunity to make a significant difference in the well-being of communities, both locally and globally. As health challenges continue to emerge, the need for qualified public health professionals becomes more pressing. These professionals help to prevent disease, promote health initiatives, and improve healthcare access for people around the world. Pursuing a degree in public health equips students with the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to tackle some of the most critical health issues facing society today.

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Johnson & Johnson to contribute up to $5 billion to the nationwide settlement of opioid-related claims

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NEW BRUNSWICK NJ, Johnson & Johnson and its U.S.-based Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies today announced the finalization of a nationwide settlement agreement to resolve opioid-related claims and litigation by states, cities, counties, and other subdivisions in the United States. As previously announced, the Company will contribute up to $5 billion to the settlement, depending on the number of state and local governments that elect to opt into the agreement over the next several months.

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SURVEY: 18% of Americans haven’t seen a Doctor in 5+ years

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Ridgewood NJ, this week, OnlineDoctor.com put out a survey that found 18% of Americans haven’t seen a doctor in 5+ years. Women are also 20% more likely than men to have seen a doctor and had a doctor’s appointment within the last year.

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Should all public employees in Ridgewood be Vaccinated?

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Ridgewood NJ, Neither the Ridgewood Village Council nor the RIdgewood Board of Education have yet decided if all of their respective employees, including police officers, firefighters, and teachers, will be required to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
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