About the Rocky Hill Board of Health

The Rocky Hill Board Of Health meets in Borough Hall the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 4:30 to 6:00pm, except for July and August.  Public health services are contracted to the South Brunswick Dept. of Health.

November is                                                 

Lung Cancer Awareness Month

 

"More people die from lung cancer than any other type of cancer. In 2004 lung cancer accounted for more deaths than breast cancer, prostate cancer and colon cancer combined. The most important thing you can do to prevent lung cancer is to not start smoking or quit if you currently smoke".

 

The Centers for Disease Control, November 3, 2008

 

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Recognize and Prevent MRSA Infections

 

MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is a potentially dangerous Staph infection that may show up on the skin.  The Centers for Disease Control says...

    "As kids head back to classrooms  and sports venues, parents are encouraged to learn how to recognize and prevent skin infections caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a type of staph bacteria that is resistant to certain  antibiotics."

     

Learn more about MRSA

 

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NJDEP Guidelines for Household Medical Disposal

 

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Health Alerts

Influenza season is around the corner. 

Learn how to decrease your risk and who should be vaccinated against

Seasonal Flu  

Where to Get Help

Finding the right person, agency or phone number can be confusing and intimidating.

2-1-1 Call Centers are staffed by trained specialists who will quickly refer you to the help you need. The call center is ready to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

Dial 2-1-1

 

News Briefs

New Recommendations for Flu Vaccine

newspaper boyAnnual Flu immunizations are now recommended for all children ages 6 months to 18 years.

Flu Clinic Dates Set

Immunizations for flu and pneumonia will be available at the Rocky Hill Reformed Church on November 13th. Clinics will also be held elsewhere in South Brunswick Township on additional dates.  See details.

 

A new vaccine for Shingles is recommended for those 60 and older. More

 

The Great American Smokeout

The American Cancer Society sponsors the annual event the Third Thursday in November.   More

Featured Health Tip

 

j042443203According to the CDC, the single most important thing we can do to keep from getting sick and spreading illness to others is to clean our hands.

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