Newark DHCW

The official account of the Newark Department of Health and Community Wellness. We provide wellness tips & up-to-date info for the local residents of Newark, NJ

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Early diagnosis for #COPD can make a difference. If you have symptoms of COPD, visit our risk screener: https://t.co/U8TBbqBA2l and speak with your health care provider. #LaceUpforLungs

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Vaccinations are the most effective tools to safeguard against severe disease. The time to get vaccinated is NOW! #COVID19 #Vaccines

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Here are nine medical conditions associated with increased risk of severe RSV disease.

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Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂 Did you know that Thanksgiving dinner is often the biggest feast many cooks take on each year? Here are some tips to help you prepare your special meal and count down to the holiday! 🦃✨ #Thanksgiving #FoodSafety

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Did you know by 2030, an estimated 11 million people in the United States will have diabetic eye disease? The most common kind is a disease called diabetic retinopathy.

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Updated COVID-19 Vaccine recommendations for people age 5 years and other without any immunocompromise

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Enjoy your holiday foods the safe way. #Foodsafety #Thanksgiving

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Men's Health Awareness Month is celebrated in November and focuses on raising awareness of men's health issues, including mental health, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. #menshealthawarenessmonth

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#International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience.

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Often, we look for solutions that are the most feasible and the most accessible, such as over-the-counter proton pump inhibitors (PPI's). But it is important to speak with your provider first so that they can rule out other possible causes of your symptoms. #GERDAwarenessWeek

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It is essential for individuals who suffer persistent heartburn or other chronic and recurrent symptoms of GERD to seek an accurate diagnosis, work with their physician,and receive the most effective treatment available.

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While diet does not cause gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), reflux and its most frequent complaint of heartburn can be aggravated by foods, as well as certain medications.Visit https://t.co/iIJpsbhBqI to learn more today. #GERDAwarenessWeek#LivingWithGERD23

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@Newarkdhcw support #GERDAwarenessWeek and efforts to increase public knowledge to supportthose living with GERD #LivingWithGERD24

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Chronic heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD. Acid regurgitation (refluxed material into the mouth) is another common symptom. #GERDAwarenessWeek#GERDisReal

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#WorldPrematurityDay is one of the most important days in the year to raise awareness on the challenges of preterm birth globally. Preterm birth is the leading cause of death among children under five. A estimated 15 million babies (about 1 in 10) children are born prematurely.

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Did you know that gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD, is very common, affecting up to 1 in 5 or more adult men and women in the U.S. population. #GERDAwarenessWeek #LivingWithGERD24

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#AlzheimersAwareness Month, a time to heighten awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and show support for the more than 6.2 million Americans living with it. There are a number of quick and easy ways you can help raise awareness, show support, and fight Alzheimer’s disease!

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How often do you ask yourself what's right to put in your recycling bin? Next time you go to throw something away, get creative and think of ways to reduce waste in the first place! There are many ways to improve the recycling rate. #Americarecyclingday