Health Services
Adult Vaccinations
In addition to seasonal flu shots, the Division of Public Health provides the following vaccinations for adults 50 years and older at no charge for residents without insurance and those whose insurance does not cover these vaccines.
AIDS Community Care Alternative Program (ACCAP)
Eligible individuals diagnosed with AIDS may receive Medicaid covered services including private duty nursing services in the community rather than in a nursing home. Call 1-888-426-9243.
Blood Pressure
The Division provides workplace cholesterol and blood pressure screening and education programs for all Atlantic County businesses.
Cancer
Risk assessment and education for breast and cervical cancer.
Child Health Vaccinations and Well Visits
Childhood Check Ups, Shots, Hearing/Vision Screening, Home Visits, Lead Screening.
Cholesterol
The Division provides workplace cholesterol and blood pressure screening and education programs for all Atlantic County businesses.
Chronic Illness Prevention & Cancer
Cancer risk assessment & screening, cholesterol and blood pressure screening, diabetes education, more.
Communicable Disease Prevention & Control
Tuberculosis , Rabies, Flu Shot information, Sexually Transmitted Disease, Other Infectious Disease.
Dental Services
The John Cronin Dental Center offers general dentistry to low income families and senior citizens over the age of 60, having no dental insurance and based on a sliding scale payment fee. Appointments are necessary and proof of income is required. Medicaid is accepted. Open to Atlantic County residents only. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For appointments and information, phone (609) 645-5814.
Dental Savings Program
The MyCountyCares Dental Plan is designed to help uninsured and underinsured county residents save money on their dental service expenses.
Lyme Disease Information
Information about the prevalence and prevention of Lyme Disease.
Health Insurance, Adult
The NJ Medically Needy Program provides medical benefits to certain New Jersey residents who have incomes that are too high to qualify for the regular Medicaid program.
Health Insurance (NJ FamilyCare) - A program for some children under 18 years old. Information and applications are provided by the Department of Family and Community Development (609) 345-6700, ext. 2640 and the Family Success Centers.
Health Insurance, Senior
The State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) provides counseling and assistance to seniors and disabled persons on Medicare regulations.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance for Meadowview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Mental Health
The Atlantic County Mental Health Administrator.
Mosquito Control
The Atlantic County's Office of Mosquito Control carries on a program of Integrated Pest Management including inspections, biological controls, water management and public education, coordinated with the DEP and health agencies.
Nursing Home Services
Meadowview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Prescription Savings Program
Atlantic County residents and their dependents (living in the same household) can receive a discount of up to 10% to 50% off retail prices on all prescription drugs.
Public Health
The Atlantic County Division of Public Health.
SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome)
Learn more about SARS.
Senior Health
National Institute of Health site featuring Health resources for Older Adults.
Sexually Transmitted Disease
Screening, counseling and treatment.
Substance Abuse Services
Treatment services, Driving While Intoxicated program, Alliance for the Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, substance abuse services for youth (TRY-IT Program).
Tick-borne Diseases
Downloadable Guide, County Incidence Map, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Human Ehrlichiosis
Transportation
Life Essential Transportation Services for dialysis, chemo and other cancer therapies, Prescribed Physical and Occupational Therapy programs, and Non-Emergency medical and laboratory appointments.
Tuberculosis
Screening & treatment.
West Nile Virus
Frequently Asked Questions, reducing your risk, more...
Women's Health
Various health resources for women.
Environmental Health Homepage
The Environmental Health Unit is responsible for investigating and monitoring environmental health concerns. Its activities include Inspections, Investigations, Education & Sampling.
Environmental Emergencies
24 hour daily response to chemical spills, fires, or any other environmental emergency which poses an imminent danger to public health.
Insect & Rodent
To report problems involving insects and rodents, call the Atlantic County Division of Public Health at (609) 645-5971.
Lead Abatement Services
Environmental assessments in any homes where children reside who have elevated levels of lead in their blood.
Mosquito Control
The Atlantic County's Mosquito Control program, first organized in 1912, carries on a program of Integrated Pest Management including inspections, biological controls, water management and public education, coordinated with the DEP and health agencies.
Rabies Control
Information on rabies in Atlantic County.
Restaurant Inspections and Food Safety
inspections of all restaurants and other food establishments at least once a year.
Septic System Inspection & Permits
Installation or repairs of a septic system requires approval by the Division of Public Health. For more information...
Solid and Hazardous Waste
Anyone with information about the illegal disposal of solid or hazardous waste are urged to call 1-800-533-DUMP, or 645-5971.
Well Water Testing
At cost testing for well water bacteria, nitrates, volatile organic chemicals, lead, mercury and other metals.
Workplace Health Information
Information is available about Right to Know Laws, in-door air quality, and other topics.