Newark Department of Health and Community Wellness

06/19/2024

Today is World Sickle Cell Day, an international day to raise awareness and understanding of a disease that can cause debilitating pain and lifelong complications and in the United States, disproportionately affects African Americans.

06/19/2024

is the oldest known celebration commemorating the end of slavery. Community Health Centers were born nearly a century later to address persistent racial disparities in access to health care and beyond. To this day they continue to promote health equity for all.

06/18/2024

Have a great Juneteenth! 💪🏾

06/18/2024

Do the men in your life have someone to talk to? About 30% of men experience depression, yet only 1 in 4 actually talk about it. Depression is a common but serious mood disorder that causes severe symptoms

06/18/2024

Please note that today index numbers are unhealthy for sensitive groups. If possible, please limit extended time outdoors for your safety .

06/18/2024

Be aware of extreme heat and remember to follow these tips

06/17/2024

Congenital Cytomegalovirus is the most common infectious cause of birth defects in the United States. About 1 out of 5 babies with congenital infection will have birth defects or other long-term health problems, such as hearing loss.

06/17/2024

Drink fluids—water is best—even if you do not feel thirsty. Water is also the safest liquid to drink during heat emergencies. This will help your body to maintain a cooler temperature. If you are on a fluid-restricted diet or taking diuretics, please consult your physician first. Avoid beverages containing alcohol and/or caffeine.

06/16/2024

Happy Father’s Day!
Father's Day serves as a way to acknowledge and appreciate the importance of fathers and father figures, fostering a sense of gratitude, love, and familial connection.

06/15/2024

A healthy eating routine and regular physical activity can help control your blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and weight. If you need help incorporating healthier meals? We have tips to help you make a plan and stay on track. Just visit our Department of Health & Wellness center at 110 William Street, Newark NJ for additional information.

06/14/2024

Did you know every few seconds, someone, somewhere, needs blood? Transfusions of blood and blood products save millions of lives every year.

06/14/2024

Stay safe and protect yourself!

06/13/2024

Did you know is the most common abnormality of the spine?

06/12/2024

Men’s Health Week is an opportunity to encourage men to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury. Your local Community Health Center offers high-quality, comprehensive health care for all.

06/12/2024

“Give a Man a Fish, and You Feed Him for a Day. Teach a Man To Fish, and You Feed Him for a Lifetime”. The same can be said about health and well-being! It is always more impactful, meaningful, and personal when we teach others how to thrive in their day-to-day lives.

06/10/2024

June is Men's Health Month! Let's raise awareness about men's well-being. Help us to reduce the

06/09/2024

Did you know early diagnosis is crucial to steps to providing treatment for ?
Come to the Newark Health Department for early screenings.

06/08/2024

Did you know causes the spine to abnormally curve sideways into an “s” or
“C”?

06/07/2024

Did you know females are eight times more likely to have a curve progress to a stage that requires treatment?

06/07/2024

06/05/2024

Did you know that Scoliosis affects 2-3 percent of the population, or an estimated six to nine million people in the United States. Scoliosis can develop in infancy or early childhood.

06/03/2024

Today is National Cancer Survivors Day, let's celebrate all survivors.

06/02/2024

You may not always see symptoms at first, when cataracts are mild. But as they grow, cataracts can cause changes in your vision. For example, you may notice that your vision is cloudy or blurry colors look faded and you can’t see well at night.

06/01/2024