Serving Safety This Season

Food safety and holiday tips you need to know

Rutgers-Camden Teams Up With South Jersey Charter School To Ease Nursing Shortage

A nursing shortage is worsening across the country, but there's a new partnership with the goal of filling those open positions.

Police In Camden, New Jersey, Help Community Members Find Relief In Extreme Heat

In this potentially dangerous weather, the Camden County Police Department's Community Outreach hit the streets Tuesday with water and fans.

​America's Poison Centers Warns Public About Dangers of Pink Cocaine

The national nonprofit organization describes the symptoms of overdosing on the mixture of drugs – and how to help those affected.

​Poison Centers Observe Increased Vitamin A Exposures in Children

Vitamin A is a key part of the treatment for measles, but it must be used carefully under medical supervision.

Rabid Raccoon Charged At People In Camden Co.

Several people reported the animal in a local neighborhood.

Rabid Raccoon Caught After Attacking Dog, Person In Collingswood

The raccoon tested positive for rabies after an altercation with a dog one day and a person the next, county officials said.

Millions of People in the U.S. Have Inactive TB but Don't Know It

World TB Day 2025

Prevention is the Strongest Antidote for Poisoning

The New Jersey Poison Control Center urges implementing poison safety practices at home during National Poison Prevention Week.

Carbon Monoxide Sickens NJ Family of Four

NJ Poison Control Center experts warn of unsafe use of portable gas generators and to check CO detector batteries with the time change.

Acetaminophen Overdose Alert

New Jersey Poison Control Center experts warn too much acetaminophen can be toxic

Sustain and Accelerate HIV Progress

World AIDS Day 2024

Flu Vaccines Are Important for People with HIV

People with HIV are at higher risk for serious flu illness.

Rabid Skunk Gets Dog Quarantined In Collingswood

Officials do not know of any humans exposed to the skunk.

Portable Generators Can Cause Deadly CO to Build Up Quickly in Homes

State's poison control center warns residents about carbon monoxide poisoning ahead of possible power outages from stormy weather.

National HIV Testing Day

The path to life-saving treatment starts with testing.

New Jersey Heat Wave

Dangerously high temperatures can affect your health.

Be Aware of Hidden Summer Dangers Before Celebrating This Weekend

​New Jersey Poison Control Center provides safety tips to prevent accidental exposures and injuries during Memorial Day weekend.

Can Allergy Medicines Be Dangerous?

Allergy medicines can cause side effects. The New Jersey Poison Control Center provides safety tips.

NJ Harm Reduction Programs Combat Opioid Crisis and HIV

A milestone in public health and community safety.

When the Unexpected Happens, We’re Here for You

National Poison Prevention Week 2024

Always Check Medicine Labels for Active Ingredients

Accidental overdose is a serious risk during “sniffle season”.

Hidden Storm Hazard: Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Tonight

Gas generators and other fuel powered equipment produce toxic carbon monoxide gas

Child Health Risk: Why NJ & the Federal Govt. Seek to Ban Water Beads

A Rutgers Poison Control expert discusses the health risks posed to children from this popular toy, which lawmakers are seeking to ban

Life-Saving Information: CO Poisoning is a Serious Risk During Outages

Gas generators and other fuel powered equipment produce toxic carbon monoxide gas

Keep the Holidays Merry and Bright

Beware of hidden holiday hazards.

Remember and Commit

World AIDS Day 35

Rise in Cases of Young Kids Accidentally Exposed to Vape Liquid

NJ Poison Control Center warns of potential danger.

Celebrate Christmas in July and Raise Money for In Need Children

Join the Santa Hustle 5K, 9K or 12K and Kids Dash Sunday, July 23 in Brighton Park.

Please Give The Gift of Life

Petra Chesner Schlatter needs a living kidney donor Without Living Donor, Dialysis Will Begin

Boy, 14, Killed After Attending Birthday Party In Camden: Officials

A boy from Lindenwold was shot dead Saturday after he attended a birthday party at the Elks Lodge, according to Camden County officials.

Camden County Hospitals Graded On Patient Safety: See Leapfrog Ratings

Hospitals around Camden County were graded on their ability to protect patients from preventable accidents, injuries and infections.

Virtua Voorhees Hospital Recognized As Top Maternity Hospital

The health center is being honored by Money in collaboration with the Leapfrog Group.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Collingswood Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Camden County and across NJ.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Collingswood Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Camden County and across NJ.

Hospital Capacity In Collingswood Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Camden County and across NJ.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Collingswood Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Camden County and across NJ.

How Close Are Collingswood Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Camden County.

How Close Are Collingswood Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Camden County and across NJ.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Collingswood Area

Here is updated data on hospital capacity in Camden County.

How Pet Therapy Helps Patients Manage Stress And Anxiety

At Banner Health facilities, sometimes a wet nose and wagging tail are exactly what the doctor ordered.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.