Health Department
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The Lawrence Township Health Department provides public health services to the residents of this community. Under the mandates of the Public Health Practice Standards of Performance for Local Boards of Health and the ordinances and policies of the Board of Health, the Health Department promotes and protects the public's health by the use of disease prevention activities, health promotion and education, inspections and enforcement activities. The Health Department responds quickly and effectively to the ever-changing priorities of the public health field in order to meet the needs of the community. |
Keith Levine, Township Health Officer
Telephone: (609) 844-7089
Health Department Calendar
Monthly Health Department Resources
Each month the Health Department will prepare information and resources regarding health related topics. Up coming topics are listed below:
- June is National Men's Health Month (African American Factsheet, Men's Health Screenings and Facts)
- Celebrate June as Great Outdoors Month (Bird Friendly Gardening and Pollinator Gardening)
- 10 Warning signs of Alzheimer's
- Learn about Aphasia and how to communicate with it.
- Cataracts
- Congenital Cytomegalovirus Facts Sheet, Awareness and Hearing Loss
- Types of Dementia
- Prevent Heat Related Illness (English) (Spanish)
- Migraines and Headaches
- Facts about Hernias and Inguinal Femoral Hernias
- Myasthenia Gravis Awareness
- PTSD Symptoms and helping children cope with trauma
- What is Scleroderma
- Facts about Scoliosis
- Vision Impairment and Vision Health
- Workplace Injuries and the effects of Impairment
Sexual Violence
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
PROGRAMS
Alzheimer's Education Schedule (May and June)
Black Mom's Support Group (April 1 to June 10)
Community Baby Shower (June 10)
Diabetes Discussion Group (April 12 to June 14)
Health & Wellness Fair (June 16)
Men Talking to Men About Health (June 24)
NJ Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (Ongoing)
Upcoming Capital Health Programing (Ongoing)
Virtual Support Groups (Ongoing)
COVID Testing Resources
- Use this link to access the CDC No-Cost Covid-19 test tool
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COVID Information
- Get your COVID-19 booster today! Use this link for for more information on eligibility.
- Don't Delay: Test Soon and Treat Early!
- Are you or someone you know suffering from long COVID? See attached for resources.
- See this infographic for more information on COVID-19 outpatient treatments.
- Did you lose your COVID Vaccination Card? Here is information on how to get a replacement.
- Download the Docket app on your phone to access your COVID-19 vaccine record. For more details use this link.
- Don't let the lack of transportation prevent you from getting a COVID vaccination. Ride United Transportation Access provides free/discounted transportation to vaccination sites.
- NJ VACCINE CALL CENTER 855-568-0545 - Operators are available from 8am - 8pm to register individuals in the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System, answer questions about the vaccine, provide contact information for sites, check registration status, and update registration information.
Home Safety Tips
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning resources in English and Spanish.
Lead Poisoning in Stainless Steel Bottles - Recall
Legionella
The Township has issued a press release regarding the two cases of Legionnaires' disease in Hamilton NJ. Trenton Water Works has prepared an information sheet on Legionella/Legionnaire's disease as well as recommendations to reduce the risk of Legionella exposure. Additional information is available using this link.
Monkeypox
Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are tracking multiple cases of monkeypox that have been reported in several countries that don’t normally report monkeypox, including the United States. Risk to the general public is low, but you should seek medical care immediately if you develop new, unexplained skin rash (lesions on any part of the body), with or without fever and chills, and avoid contact with others. For additional facts about Monkeypox use this link. What to know about Monkey Pox and how to stay safe. The NJ Department of Health as published details about the Monkeypox vaccination.
Lawrence Township Health Department was recognized in the 2021-2022 New Jersey Influenza Honor Roll
Learn more about the Influenza Honor Roll here.
Child Health Conferences
Child Health Conferences are conducted each month. Infants, preschool and school age children, who do not have insurance, may attend the clinic. The clinic is staffed with a licensed pediatrician and qualified public health nurses. The services include a physical examination, growth measurements, lead screening, required immunizations, tuberculosis testing, hearing, vision and developmental assessments. This clinic is by appointment only, appointments can be made by calling the nurse's office at (609) 844-7094.
If you or your child has attended the Child Health Conference at the Health Department previously and you are in need of a medical or immunization record, please complete and submit the Release of Medical/Immunization Record to the Public Health Nurse.
Free STI Testing and Treatment Clinics
Free and confidential STI & HIV testing is available for Lawrence residents at the Hamilton Township Division of Health at 2100 Greenwood Ave, Hamilton, NJ 08609. *Free HIV testing now available* Visit the following links for more information in English and Spanish.
Additional Resources
In need of social services? Visit the Mercer County Library Social Work Intern
Mercer County Free Food Finder