This #Hepatitis AwarenessMonth , learn the ABCs of viral #Hepatitis and what you can do to protect yourself. Love your liver! bit.ly/4aMFGdA #HealthierNJ
#DYK 1 in 5 babies with a congenital CMV infection will have birth defects or long-term health problems? Learn more about congenital CMV: cdc.gov/cmv/congenital… #HealthierNJ #CMVAwareness
Do you know how to properly remove a tick? Learn the technique and other ways to avoid tickborne illness by visiting: fightthebite.nj.gov #HealthierNJ #FighttheBite
May is #HealthyVisionMonth AND #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth ! Join NEI in spreading the word about the connection between vision loss and mental health. Use these resources to get started: nei.nih.gov/HVM #EyeHealthEducation #MentalHealthMonth #HealthierNJ
Chronic diseases are responsible for 7 out of every 10 deaths in America. With your help, we can create a healthier New Jersey. If you receive a call about the New Jersey Behavioral Risk Factor Survey, participate! Learn more: bit.ly/NJBRFS. #HealthierNJ #ChronicDisease
¿Cuánto es una taza? La madre naturaleza midió por usted. Muchas frutas y verduras equivalen a 1 taza. #HealthierNJ
How much is a cup? Mother Nature has done the measuring for you. Many fruits and veggies are equal to 1 cup naturally. #HealthierNJ
The national COVID-19 Vaccine Hotline is available to anyone who needs it and is available in English, Spanish and other languages! Call 1-800-232-0233 or visit vaccines.gov. #HealthierNJ
Take a minute to learn about how to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitos: cdc.gov/fight-the-bite… #FightTheBite #HealthierNJ
Today is World Hand Hygiene Day. Proper hand hygiene can prevent you and your loved ones from getting sick, and includes washing your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water. Learn more: cdc.gov/hygiene/person… #HandHygiene #HealthierNJ
Cavities are the most common chronic disease found in children within the US. Cavities can cause mouth pain and infections that can cause issues with eating, speaking, playing and learning. Learn more: cdc.gov/oralhealth/bas… #HealthierNJ #OralHealth
Measles has many symptoms, including high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, tiny white spots in the mouth and measles rash. If you think you or your loved one has measles, contact your health care provider immediately. Learn more: cdc.gov/measles/index.… #HealthierNJ
Don’t take lead dust home from work! Lead dust can be brought home from work and It can harm anyone who comes into contact with it. Learn more how to prevent carrying lead dust home: bit.ly/NJEnvandOccHea… #LeadSafety #HealthierNJ
Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself, your friends, and family from getting sick. Learn how you should wash your hands to stay healthy & when it is most important: go.usa.gov/xVQuD #HealthierNJ
Sexual violence can have lifelong health and well-being impacts on those who experience it. It is important to remember that sexual violence can happen to anyone no matter their age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and more. Learn more: cdc.gov/violencepreven… #HealthierNJ
#DYK that skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US? Some people are at higher risk of developing skin cancer than others. Learn more: cdc.gov/cancer/skin/ba… #HealthierNJ #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth
Drinking water can have many benefits, including regulating body temperature, helping joints, spinal cord and tissues, preventing dehydration and more. Learn more: cdc.gov/healthyweight/… #HealthierNJ #Hydration
New Jersey Department of Health is full of dedicated public servants. While we appreciate you every day, during Public Service Recognition Week, we thank our employees for all the work you do to help create a #HealthierNJ .
