Summer Food Safety Tips
Hurricane Preparedness
The Atlantic Ocean’s hurricane season began June 1, and continues until the end of November. Forecasters have predicted 14 named storms for this season, which are two above the average. It is very important to be prepared in the event of a hurricane or major storm. Click here for a CDC list of supplies you may need, ranging from food to flashlights. Go to https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes for storm preparedness information.
Zika Virus
The emerging Zika Virus has been extremely prevalent in the news in recent months. It is important to note that as of now, there are no local mosquito related transmission cases of Zika in New Jersey. With summer in full swing, many people will be traveling on vacations. As with any virus or disease, knowledge is your best defense. Visit our Zika Virus webpage for a wealth of information on how to better protect yourself and your family from all mosquitoes.
August is National Immunization
Awareness Month
 The MCHD provides childhood immunizations free to children from birth to 18 years old, who are uninsured and live in a participating town with the Monmouth County Board of Health. With parental permission, the children will be entered into a statewide immunization registry, which encourages timely and age appropriate immunizations.
Services are held at the Monmouth County Social Services Building, 3000 Kozloski Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728. To make an appointment, call 732-294-5458. Clinic days are Mondays, from 9 a.m. to noon, and 1:30 -3:30 p.m.
For Adults (18 and over) Influenza, Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis, Hepatitis A and B, and Meningococcal immunizations are available. To make arrangements, call 732-431-7456.
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County's "Royal Flush" Pump Out Boat
The Monmouth County Pump Out Boat is operational for the season. Visit the MCHD webpage for a schedule of days for operation, location, contact information and weather related cancellations - https://co.monmouth.nj.us/page.aspx?ID=4686
Clinging Jellyfish information
Clinging Jellyfish have been spotted in Monmouth County waterways. Read the frequently asked questions fact sheet (PDF) regarding these creatures.
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