Essex County Emergency Preparedness Track
Essex County, in partnership with HAPevolve, is providing our healthcare facilities with an Emergency Preparedness Track, a program developed to provide training, expertise, tools, and other resources that will help to advance your emergency preparedness journey.
About the Essex County Office of Public Health Management (ECOPHM)
The Essex County Office of Public Health Management (ECOPHM) is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of residents, workers, and visitors across Essex County. With a strong focus on advancing health equity, ECOPHM ensures timely and effective responses to public health challenges and emergencies.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver exceptional public health services, striving to enhance the physical health, mental health, and well-being of everyone who calls Essex County home, works here, or visits.
What We Do
Disease Prevention & Control
ECOPHM develops programs to combat the spread of infectious diseases through vaccinations, health screenings, and outbreak response coordination.
Emergency Preparedness & Response
Our team creates and executes emergency response plans for natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and other public health emergencies.
Environmental Health Monitoring
We conduct inspections and manage initiatives to ensure food safety, sanitation, and clean air and water.
Health Education & Promotion
ECOPHM provides resources and programs to educate the community about health risks, disease prevention, and healthy living.
Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
Our MRC program mobilizes local volunteers to assist in emergency preparedness and response efforts across Essex County.
Mobile Health Services
We oversee mobile clinics and outreach programs that deliver healthcare to underserved and remote communities.
NJLINCS Collaboration
Working with local governments, healthcare providers, and community organizations, we improve access to health services and safeguard public health.
Building a Healthier Future
Through these essential services, ECOPHM is committed to creating a healthier, safer, and more equitable Essex County for everyone.
The Bird Flu- Myths vs Facts
Recently, the news has been circulating with discussions surrounding Avian Influenza, also commonly referred to as the bird flu. The bird flu primarily affects wild and domestic birds, dairy cows, cats, and some wild mammals. The reason why this disease is a public health issue is because there have been reported cases of humans with the bird flu. It is important to know the facts of this disease in order to stay safe and well informed. Below are the common facts to address the myths of the bird flu.
Measles Q&A
In 2000, Measles was considered eliminated in the United States. However, in recent years, the number of Measles cases has been growing. In 2024, there were 285 reported cases, and as of January 2025, 483 cases have been reported. This article addresses common questions about Measles. The Essex County Office of Public Health used information from peer-reviewed articles to develop this content for informational and educational purposes.
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What You Need to Know
