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New Jersey Ranks 13th in National Health Report: Unpacking the …

WEBIn the 2023 Annual Health Report by the United Health Foundation and the American Public Health Association, New Jersey emerged as the 13th healthiest state in the nation, despite alarming national trends in chronic diseases and healthcare access.

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Morristown Awarded 2021 Healthy Town Up-and-Coming

WEBThe program empowers mayors across New Jersey with evidence-based tools, strategies, and support to champion health and wellness in their communities. "The Mayors Wellness Campaign has announced eight 2021 “Healthy Town” winners that are addressing food insecurity, supporting COVID-19 testing and vaccinations, and …

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New Jersey's Mental Health Crisis Response: Statewide …

WEBNew Jersey is leading the way in the national conversation around law enforcement and mental health, with Governor Murphy …

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New Jersey Ensures Access to Free Menstrual Products for …

WEBNEW JERSEY STATE – In an essential step towards menstrual equity, Governor Phil Murphy has signed a new law (S-1221/A-1349) that mandates public schools in New Jersey to provide menstrual products free of charge to students in grades six through twelve. The legislation, signed on August 23, 2023, not only addresses 'period …

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Morristown Medical Center Among World's Best Hospitals by …

WEBKaren Zatorski posted an press release or public notice on Fri March 1, 2024 12:50 pm

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Rockaway EMS Will Close, Hospital-Based EMS Takes …

WEBWith mixed emotions, Rockaway Fire Chief Jim Russo announced effective December 31, 2022, that the Rockaway Township Volunteer EMS Division would close due to the shortage of first …

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NJ4S Will Make Mental Wellness and Prevention …

WEBAfter several weeks of public and stakeholder input, and in response to the youth mental health crisis nationally and in New Jersey, the New Jersey Department of Children and Families (NJ DCF) …

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Up to $180,000 in Student Loan Forgiveness for Mental Health

WEBThrough funding and a law signed by Governor Phil Murphy, the program allows behavioral healthcare professionals to have HESAA pay off up to $150,000 of their student loan balance in exchange for working at an approved community behavioral and mental health provider in New Jersey for a maximum of six years. For every two years …

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Medicare in Morristown Explained Morristown Minute

WEBIn 2018, NJ Original Medicare spent an average of $10,793 per enrollee. Comparably, the national average in 2018 per enrollee was $10, 096, 7% lower than what NJ spent on its Medicare beneficiaries. The highest cost per person in the country comes from Louisiana where Original Medicare spent $11,932 per person in 2018.

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Strengthening Youth Mental Health in NJ Morristown Minute

WEBAmong governors across the nation, NJ Governor Phil Murphy took his seat as Chairman of the National Association of Governors last week and announced several initiatives along with the first lady aimed at strengthening youth mental health and promoting the health, wellness, and equity among birthing parents in NJ.

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First Lady Creates National Model to Tackle Maternal and Infant …

WEBFirst Lady Tammy Murphy and Governor Phil Murphy today took their leadership positions in the National Governors Association (NGA). First Lady Murphy will serve as the Association’s Governors’ Spouses’ Program Chair, previously held by Susan Hutchinson, wife of Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson who Governor Murphy will …

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EPA Announces Cleanup of Contaminated Hackensack River

WEBOn March 17, 2022, the Environmental Protection Agency announced that it is adding 12 sites, including the Lower Hackensack River, to the Superfund NPL. “No community deserves to have contaminated sites near where they live, work, play, and go to school. Nearly 2 out of 3 of the sites being proposed or added to the priorities list are in

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NJ Health Department Announces Community Pop-Up …

WEBEric Blair posted a news tip on Wed September 7, 2022 2:25 pm

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Sanofi Consumer Healthcare Signs 17,000 Sq. Ft. Lease in …

WEBIn a significant business development for Morristown, The Hampshire Cos. has signed a 16,903-square-foot lease agreement with Sanofi’s Consumer Healthcare unit for its recently renovated building at 21 South St., just steps away from the Morristown Green. The global healthcare company will occupy the first and second floors and part of …

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Where To Get COVID Tests in Morristown, NJ

WEBMorristown Medical Center – Gagnon West End Testing Center, 100 Madison Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960 P: 973-829-7940 (open 9 AM-3 PM) PCR testing. Appointment required, no walk-in testing. Call 973-829-7940 or chat online to book an appointment, or contact your doctor for a COVID test prescription. Quest Diagnostics, 95 …

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Morristown Medical Center Named Among World’s Best Hospitals …

WEBOverlook Medical Center ranks #168. According to an Atlantic Health System press release, “there are over 6,000 hospitals in the United States and of the 420 hospitals ranked by Newsweek, Morristown is ranked #46 – above all New Jersey hospitals.”. The world’s Best Hospital: Mayo Clinic – Rochester, MN, USA - #1.

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30 NJ Nonprofits Receive $17.5M in Grants Through Program …

WEBThe New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today announced plans to award grants totaling $17.5 million to 30 nonprofit organizations through Phase 3 of its Sustain & Serve NJ program.. Sustain & Serve NJ provides eligible entities with grants to support the purchase of meals from New Jersey restaurants that have …

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Tour New Jersey’s Legendary Breweries, Wineries, & Distilleries

WEBNew Jersey’s craft beer scene is foaming over with more than 130 breweries currently open and more coming soon. The State’s diverse geography and climate produce more than 40 varieties of wine at over 50 (many award-winning) wineries.

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New Laws in New Jersey: Gov Murphy Signs 47 Bills into Law

WEBNEW JERSEY - January 8, 2024 - Governor Phil Murphy today signed into law a slew of bills that promise to bring substantial changes across various sectors in New Jersey. Below you can find a short overview followed by a comprehensive list of all 47 bills signed into law today, January 8th, 2024.

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WEBMorristown Minute - Morristown New Jersey Local News, Newspaper, Weather Forecast, Alerts, Events, Classifieds and Breaking News for Morristown NJ

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Open Enrollment at Get Covered New Jersey Begins Tomorrow, …

WEBMore Plan Options and Historic Levels of Financial Help Available for 2023. 9 in 10 Who Enroll Qualify for Savings; Many Pay $10 a Month or Less for Health Coverage.

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New Jersey Housing Discrimination: 14 Cases Unveiled Against …

WEBThe Attorney General of New Jersey, Matthew J. Platkin, alongside the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), announced they had identified 22 entities, comprising thirteen property owners and nine real estate agencies, suspected of contravening the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD). This law strictly prohibits discrimination …

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