Serving Safety This Season

Food safety and holiday tips you need to know

​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.

Popular Orthopedics Practice Opens Surgery Center In Mahwah

A popular orthopedics and sports medicine practice has opened a surgery center in Bergen County so patients won't have to go to NYC.

​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.

​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”.

Check Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors During Intense Winter Storm

Carbon monoxide gas can build up quickly, poisoning people and pets

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

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

Holiday Flu, COVID Cases Spike: See Activity Level In Bergen Co.

Updated health statistics show that cases of influenza and COVID-19 are ticking up around NJ, and Patch took a closer look at local data.

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

Prepare Thanksgiving Dinner Without Worry

Make food safety your first ingredient.

'Shark Tank' Contestant Donated Kidney, Stuck With NYU Med Bills

A former Shark Tank contestant and Bergen County dad donated a kidney to save a life, but now someone needs to save him.

COVID Startup Delivering Chef-Crafted Meals Expands Into Bergen County

A regional food service that delivers chef-designed, heat-and-eat meals to your door is expanding into Bergen County.

Legionnaires' Disease Cluster Investigated In Bergen, Passaic Counties

A possible cluster of Legionnaire's disease cases is being investigated in towns along the Bergen/Passaic County wall, the state said.

$100K Gift To Support Rehabilitation Center In Mahwah

An anonymous $100,000 donation will go to support programs at a Mahwah rehabilitation facility.

Infectious Bird Flu Detected In Bergen Co.: NJ Agriculture Department

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was detected in a Bergen County backyard flock for the first time this year, an NJDA spokesperson said.

Bergen County One Of 15 Counties Selected For National Health Survey

Bergen County is one of 15 counties in the U.S. selected to be part of a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Boil Order Issued For Portion Of Bergen County After E. Coli Detected

A boil water advisory has been issued for Veolia customers in seven Bergen County towns, in response to an E. Coli positive sample result.

Mahwah Water Contamination Not Expected To Be Fixed Until 2023: Mayor

The Mahwah Water Department first alerted residents in January of this year about excessive levels of a contaminant in their water levels.

NJ Has Among Highest Life Expectancy In U.S.: Report

New Jersey ranked alongside the states with the highest life expectancy at birth, according to a report. Here's how the state compares.

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Opens Ambulatory Surgery Center

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center will celebrate the opening of its new Ambulatory Surgery Center on Feb. 17.

NJ TRANSIT Offers Free Tickets To Vaccine Appointments

NJ TRANSIT’s initiative, "VAXRIDE," is offering tickets at no cost for rides to vaccine appointments.

Vaccination, Testing Clinic Coming To Bergen County

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is hosting a vaccination and testing clinic on Feb. 26.

Hackensack YMCA Closing After Over 90 Years

The YMCA on Main Street will close by the end of next month. The facility will relocate its programs to a New Milford location by spring.

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.