News and Pictures
 The Rutherford Health Department recently conducted one of two Influenza Vaccination Programs for residents and were assisted with the program by seven students from St. Mary High School that volunteered their time.
Pictured standing left to right are: Ryan Cuccinelli, Patrick McGarry and George McCann. Seated left to right are: Erin Mulrain, Lauren Zdanowicz, Molly McPherson and Stephanie Spanarkel.
The Health Department is planning on conducting a second vaccination clinic for residents when the remainder of the influenza vaccine is received. Call 201-460-3023 for updated information. It is anticipated that an adequate supply of flu vaccine will be forth coming.
 Emergency Medical Services Week
Rutherford Mayor Bernadette P. McPherson is pictured above signing a Proclamation on behalf of the Rutherford First Aid Ambulance Corps, Inc., naming the week of May 19 through May 25, 2002 as "Emergency Medical Services Week." Corps President Brian Hagal, left and Squad Captain William Gumbman are pictured above at the signing of the Proclamation which also encourages residents to volunteer their services at the Ambulance Corps by being an Emergency Medical Technician. New members are being actively recruited by the Ambulance Corps. Call the 24-hour recruiting hot line number at 201-460-3000 X 3121 for information. Learn more about the volunteer services the Ambulance Corps provides at www.rutherfordems.org
 FREE Child Health Conference
The Rutherford Health Department reminds residents that it offers a FREE Child Health Conference, which enables infants and small children to receive immunizations against eleven (11) childhood illnesses, evaluation of growth and development, counseling and health education. Board of Health Pediatrician Jo Ann Marx is pictured above examining Madison Scott, as her mother Margaret Scott provides assistance. Residents interested in more information on this program can contact the Public Health Nurses weekdays at 201-460-3020. Learn more about the services the Health Department provides to residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp
 Adult Eye Exam Screening Program
The Rutherford Health Department recently held an Adult Eye Exam Screening Program for residents. Dr. Robert Purnell, right, who volunteered his services, is pictured above discussing the outcome of the program with Health Official Brian O'Keefe. Learn more about the services provided by the Health Department to residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp.
 Rabies Vaccination Program
The Rutherford Health Department recently held a Rabies Vaccination Program for Borough residents, with 212 dogs and cats being vaccinated against rabies. Mike Young is pictured above having his dog Bella vaccinated by Dr. Neal Beeber, as Animal Control Officer Carol Tyler provides assistance. Learn more about the services the Health Department provides to Rutherford residents at www.rutherford-nj.com.
 Sport Physicals
The Rutherford Health Department recently conducted 100 sport physicals for St. Mary High School. Public Health Physician Gisbert Manskopf is pictured above discussing the outcome of the screening with Public Health Nurse Janet Calhoun. Learn more about the services the Health Department provides to Rutherford residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp.
 Prostate Cancer Screening Program
The Rutherford Health Department recently held a Prostate Cancer Screening Program for Borough residents. Public Health Physician Gisbert Manskopf is pictured above discussing the outcome of the screening with Public Health Nurse Therese Zdanowicz. Learn more about the services the Health Department provides to Rutherford residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp.
 Pap and Breast Exam Screening Program
The Rutherford Health Department recently held a Pap Test and Breast Exam Screening Program for Borough residents. Dr. Theodore Witter, who volunteered his services, is pictured above with his assistant, Sandy Gil, discussing the outcome of the program at the Health Center with Public Health Nurse Mary Carol McCartney. Learn more about the services the Health Department provides to residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp.
 The Rutherford Health Department recently held a Multi Phasic Blood Screening Program for residents. Mr. Matt Ziemkiewicz is pictured above having his blood sample drawn by Medical Laboratory Diagnostics Technician Lavonia Bearfield. Learn more about the services the Health Department provides to residents at www.rutherford-nj.com
 Dental Screening
The Rutherford Health Department recently assisted the Rutherford Child Care Center in conducting a Dental Screening for its students. Dr. Kenneth Zaorski who volunteered his services is pictured above with the students at the conclusion of the screening. Learn more about the services provided by the Health Department to residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp.
 Skin Cancer Screening Program
The Rutherford Health Department recently held a Skin Cancer Screening Program with 55 residents participating. Dr. Manuel R. Morman, who volunteered his services, is pictured above discussing the outcome of the program with Public Health Nurse Mary Carol McCartney. Learn more about the services provided by the Health Department to residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp.
 Free Pheumovax Vaccination
The Rutherford Health Department reminds residents 65 years of age and older, who are covered under Medicare Part B and do not belong to an HMO, that they can still receive for FREE the Pneumovax (Pneumonia) Vaccination at the Health Department. Pneumococcal Disease is the leading cause of death of a vaccine preventable disease. It accounts for more than 40,000 deaths per year in the United States. Dr. Jo Ann Marx is pictured above vaccinating resident Coralee Keiselbach recently at the Health Department. Further information on obtaining the Pneumovax Vaccination can be obtained by contacting the Public Health Nurses weekdays at 201-460-3020 between 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Learn more about the services the Health Department provides to residents at www.rutherford-nj.com/health/default.asp.
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