The elderly and individuals with chronic illness are urged to be immunized. Public announcements are made giving times and locations of immunization clinics. Health Education Health education is a component of all Health Department services and programs. Educational materials and programs are available to schools, businesses, community groups and social service agencies and residents. Prenatal Health Services Prenatal health clinics are held in cooperation with area hospitals and provide County residents with prenatal services including education and social service referrals.
Services are by appointment only.
The special supplemental food program for Women, Infants and Children provides free nutritious foods and nutrition counseling to eligible pregnant, postpartum or nursing women and preschool children. Eligibility is based on income and nutritional need. Program Municipal officials, veterinarians and Health Department personnel work closely to safeguard against the spread of Rabies. The Rabies Control Program is located at the Communicable Disease Control Office. The Burlington County Animal Shelter is located behind the Public Safety Center on Academy Drive.