NJ Health Department Alerts Residents of New Potential Exposure from a Non-NJ Measles Case, Urges Individuals to Stay Up to Date on Vaccines

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is alerting residents about potential exposures associated with a newly identified case of measles in a non-NJ resident who passed through New Jersey in transit while infectious. Individuals – especially parents, guardians, health care providers, and caregivers – are urged to be aware of the symptoms of this highly contagious virus and to stay up to date with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) shots.

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NJDOH Proposes Amendments at N.J.A.C. 8:43G-1.2 and 4.1, Establishing Standards for Support Persons in Hospitals

The New Jersey Department of Health (Department) is proposing amendments to the Hospital Licensing Standards, at N.J.A.C. 8:43G-1.2 and 4.1, establishing standards governing a hospital patient’s right to be accompanied by a “support person” while in the hospital. The proposed amendments would define the term, “support person,” and establish, as a patient right, the right of a hospital patient to be accompanied by the patient’s designated support person throughout treatment, in areas where communication between hospital staff, professionals, and patients would normally take place.

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NJ Health Department Alerts Residents of New Potential Exposures from a Non-NJ Measles Case, Urges Individuals to Stay Up to Date on Vaccines

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is alerting residents about potential exposures associated with a newly identified case of measles in a non-NJ resident who visited NJ while infectious. Individuals – especially parents, guardians, health care providers, and caregivers – are urged to be aware of the symptoms of this highly contagious virus and to stay up to date with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) shots.

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New Jersey Announces Proposed Regulatory Change to Promote Health Care Integration and Improve Patient Care

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) announced today proposed rules creating a single, integrated license for outpatient health care facilities. This landmark reform – achieved in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Human Services – will cut historical red tape and enable providers to deliver integrated primary care, mental health, and addiction treatment services. This comprehensive, whole-person approach is proven to deliver improved health outcomes and better patient experience. 

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