Mahwah Health Department

06/01/2026

Did you know June is ?
❤️‍🩹Mental health affects us all. Men die by su***de at 4 times the rate that women do, but are much less likely than women to receive mental health treatment.
🛡️Men are often socialized to have traits that are protective for their mental health -- things like resilience, drive, and self-sufficiency.
🤲Being honest about your pain, bonding with friends and family, and asking for professional help when you need it are also things that protect your mental health.
🤫However, such vulnerability is too often stigmatized for men.
💚If you're experiencing poor mental health, don’t let stigma get in the way of asking for help.

Learn about men’s mental health resources at: https://shorturl.at/iEa10.
Image/caption credit: NAMI

05/31/2026

Did you know today is ***coDay? 🚭
To***co and ni****ne companies deliberately design their products to hook you.
Sugars, flavors, and cooling agents all mask the harshness of ni****ne so you inhale more, and get addicted faster.

But the grip of addiction can be broken. And the benefits are felt almost immediately:
⏱️ In 20 minutes, your heart rate drops
🫁 2–12 weeks, your lung function improves
❤️ In 1 year, heart disease risk is cut in half

Take the next step; break the addiction. Help is available at njquitline.org and smokefree.gov

Image/caption credit: World Health Organization

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05/29/2026

💃Prom season is here! Proms, graduations and the parties surrounding them can be an exciting time for teens and parents.
🗣️Parents and other adults can help keep teens safe by being informed and prepared. Keep the lines of communication open.
👥Be sure to talk with your kids about underage drinking, safe driving practices, and the importance of making good decisions.
ℹ️For tips on talking to your teen, visit StartTalkingNow.org.

Image credit: Pexels
Caption credit: Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board

05/28/2026

In many countries, 13-15 year olds are overtaking adults in v**e use. This is a trap.
To***co companies are targeting young people whose brains are vulnerable to ni****ne addiction.

Va**ng causes more harm than you may think:
🧠 Ni****ne is highly addictive and impairs brain development in adolescents and young adults.
☠️ V**e aerosols contains toxic substances.
🫁 Va**ng increases risk of lung disorders.
❤️ Va**ng increases risk of cardiovascular disease.

For information and assistance with quitting, go to smokefree.gov or njquitline.org.
Image/caption credit: World Health Organization

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05/27/2026

05/22/2026

🌞Summer’s almost here—and Summer EBT will help you get ready for it.
🍎NJ will send a one-time $120 Summer EBT benefit card to eligible children's homes to purchase nutritious food at participating retailers.
ℹ️To determine eligibility or update your contact information, please contact your child’s school.

‼️Important: Dual participation in the Summer EBT program is not allowed. Eligible children may only receive one Summer EBT card each year and can not use benefits from more than one State.
🔎To learn more, visit: www.nj.gov/summerebt

05/22/2026

🌞El verano está casi aquí y Summer EBT te ayudará a prepararte.
🍎NJ enviará una tarjeta de beneficios Summer EBT de $120 única a los hogares de los niños elegibles para comprar alimentos nutritivos en las tiendas participantes.
ℹ️Para saber si calificas o actualizar tu información de contacto, comunícate con la escuela de tu hijo/a.

‼️Importante: No se permite la doble participación en el programa Summer EBT. Los niños elegibles solo pueden recibir una tarjeta Summer EBT al año y no pueden usar beneficios de más de un estado.
🔎Para más información, visita: www.nj.gov/summerebt

05/20/2026

Vaccines are available in many places, including pediatricians’ offices, local health departments, and pharmacies.
Families eligible for low- or no-cost vaccines can use the VFC provider search tool: nj.gov/health/vaccines/programs/vfc/vfc-317-vaccinelocations

05/14/2026

Thank you for having us! We had a great time at the Fair talking to everyone about environmental and public health! 🌱

05/13/2026

El Departamento de Salud de NJ está monitoreando actualmente a los residentes que podrían haber estado expuestos al hantavirus. El riesgo para los residentes de NJ sigue siendo muy bajo y no se ha identificado ningún caso de hantavirus dentro del estado. Más información: https://shorturl.at/XbI88