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  • Where is COVID-19 in New Jersey? How many cases, hospitalizations, and deaths have there been?

    Last Updated: 02/06/2023
    The Department of Health maintains a dashboard with information about COVID-19 cases in New Jersey including case counts, variants, hospitalizations, and deaths by location. The dashboard also feat...
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  • When is someone infectious?

    Last Updated: 04/10/2023
    Generally, those infected with SARS-CoV-2 are most likely to be highly infectious a few days before COVID-19 symptoms start and the following five days. If you've been exposed to COVID-19 or test p...
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  • Where can I ask additional questions about COVID-19 or find more resources?

    Last Updated: 05/04/2020
    Find contact information and resources here.
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  • What is Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)? Is my child at risk of MIS-C from COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    Multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS) is a rare but serious condition associated with COVID-19 where different body parts become inflamed, including the heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, skin, eyes, ...
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  • Are there different strains or variants of COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 02/17/2023
    Viruses constantly change or mutate, and new variants of a virus are expected to occur overtime. Sometimes new variants emerge and disappear. Other times, new variants emerge and persist. Some COVI...
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  • What are the symptoms of COVID-19? How do I know if I have it?

    Last Updated: 02/06/2023
    People with COVID-19 have reported a variety of symptoms – ranging from mild to severe. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: F...
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Assistance and Benefits FAQs

  • What types of benefits or assistance are available to me during the coronavirus outbreak?

    Last Updated: 03/02/2022
    Health Insurance: If you do not have health insurance, or lose coverage, you may be eligible for free or low-cost coverage through NJ FamilyCare, New Jersey's publicly funded health insurance progr...
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  • Can I apply for unemployment benefits?

    Last Updated: 02/17/2023
    If you've lost your job and are seeking help, refer to this guide that will help you connect to benefits and resources you may need while trying to safely get back to work as well as tips for copin...
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  • What if I can’t pay my rent? Can I still get evicted? Is there any rental relief?

    Last Updated: 02/06/2023
    Eviction Protection The State of New Jersey has introduced protections to renter households who experienced economic hardships during the pandemic: All renter households with incomes below 120% of...
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  • Can my employer fire me if I miss work due to COVID-19? Do I have any civil rights protections against discrimination or harassment?

    Last Updated: 10/19/2021
    On March 20, 2020, Governor Murphy signed a law that prohibited an employer from firing or otherwise punishing an employee who requested time off or took time off from work based on a medical profe...
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  • How did the federal relief packages help me or my business?

    Last Updated: 02/17/2023
    AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021 On March 11, 2021, the federal American Rescue Plan Act was signed into law. The act extended unemployment insurance benefits and eligibility, provided direct payme...
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  • What resources are available for immigrants in New Jersey during the coronavirus outbreak? What information is there about enforcement of immigration policy?

    Last Updated: 02/23/2022
    Health Care Coverage and Resources COVID-19 Testing and Treatment: No one in New Jersey should hesitate to get tested, regardless of immigration status or insurance coverage. Testing for COVID-19-...
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  • How do I apply for food, cash, and health insurance assistance?

    Last Updated: 02/07/2023
    New Jersey has an online application and screening tool, NJHelps, that can be used to see if you are eligible for food assistance (SNAP), cash assistance (WFNJ/TANF or WFNJ/GA), and health Insuranc...
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  • Is there help for homeowners? What if I can’t pay my mortgage?

    Last Updated: 02/14/2023
    The moratorium on home foreclosures ended on November 15, 2021. Mortgage assistance, free foreclosure mediation, and housing counselors are available. In addition, participating financial instituti...
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  • Can I use sick leave or family leave if I get COVID-19 or need to take care of someone?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    New Jersey has among the most comprehensive Earned Sick Leave, Temporary Disability and Family Leave Insurance laws in the country, which cover all employees -- full-time, part-time, temporary and ...
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  • If I’m self-employed or own a business, am I eligible for unemployment or other benefits?

    Last Updated: 02/17/2023
    If you've lost your job and are seeking help, refer to this general guide that will help you connect to benefits and resources you may need while trying to safely get back to work as well as tips f...
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  • What programs, loans, or resources are available to businesses impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak? Where can I learn more about resources for businesses?

    Last Updated: 02/03/2021
    For information about the various programs available to businesses, refer to this article on the COVID-19 Business Information Hub. New Jersey's COVID-19 Business Information Hub provides the lates...
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  • What if I can’t pay my water, gas, electricity, phone, or Internet bill due to the outbreak?

    Last Updated: 02/07/2023
    The utility shutoff grace period ended on March 15, 2022 for all water, electric, and sewer customers. The grace period for residential cable and internet for customers with school-aged children en...
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  • How can I get food or other essentials if I test positive? Is there any help with food, treatment, or bills while I isolate at home? Will I get fired?

    Last Updated: 04/10/2023
    If you test positive for COVID-19, stay at home, isolate from others, and wear a high-quality mask if you must be around others both at home or in public. Do not go places where you cannot wear a m...
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  • What services are available to help the homeless?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    New Jersey residents experiencing homelessness should call 2-1-1 for help. 2-1-1 community resource specialists are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and can help clients who speak many diffe...
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  • Who can I call if I’m feeling stressed or anxious during the COVID-19 outbreak?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    The NJ MentalHealthCares Help Line offers counseling, emotional support, information and assistance in helping to get behavioral health services needed by you or a loved one. To access emotional su...
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  • Where can I get legal help?

    Last Updated: 09/24/2021
    Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) coordinates the statewide Legal Services system, which provides free legal assistance to low-income New Jerseyans for their civil legal problems. For free legal ...
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  • If I’m pregnant or caring for my newborn and cannot work, what benefits or resources are available to me?

    Last Updated: 01/06/2022
    The New Jersey Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children, or WIC, is a successful public health nutrition program that provides wholesome nutrition, education and community supp...
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  • What can I do if I am denied health care for COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 01/20/2022
    No one should be denied access to health care. The Department of Health operates a 24-hour complaint hotline where patients, health care facility employees and other members of the public may file ...
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  • Are there any programs to help pay student loans?

    Last Updated: 02/07/2023
    Federal Student Loans For the latest information about the federal student loan payment pause, visit the U.S. Department of Education's frequently asked questions page. State Financial Aid Programs...
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  • How can I avoid COVID-19 scams and where can I report excessive delivery fees, price gouging, unlawful hoarding, and other COVID-19 scams?

    Last Updated: 01/14/2022
    To report any instance of unlawful or misleading activities related to COVID-19, file a complaint online with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs or call 973-504-6240. To learn more about C...
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  • What is the State doing to support older residents? Is there help registering for the vaccine?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    COVID-19 Vaccines Individuals aged 65 and older can call a special senior hotline at 855-429-1168 for vaccination scheduling support: 10:00am-6:00pm Monday-Friday 10:00am-4:00pm Saturday In addit...
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  • What can I do if my child is being bullied or harassed because of COVID-19? What if it’s at school?

    Last Updated: 03/18/2021
    Under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), schools and other places of public accommodation must take action to stop harassment based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual ...
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  • What resources are available to Veterans during the public health emergency?

    Last Updated: 12/16/2021
    Veterans and their families can check on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs public-facing website for the most current information: www.va.gov/coronavirus Guidance from local VA medical facili...
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  • What resources and support are available to survivors of domestic violence?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    If you are in danger, call 911 right away. Isolation is one of the most significant factors that leads to an increase in domestic violence and safety risks. Don't let social distancing mean social ...
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  • Can I get addiction treatment help via the phone?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    ReachNJ is a 24-hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week addictions hotline where people who have Substance Use Disorder or friends and family can get assistance and support from live, New Jersey-based, trained ad...
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  • What resources are available to help people with disabilities? Is there help during an emergency?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    Resources To Save Money With NJ ABLE, individuals with disabilities can save for qualified disability expenses without losing eligibility for certain assistance programs, like SSI and Medicaid. Vis...
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  • How is New Jersey supporting deaf and hard of hearing individuals during COVID-19? Where can I find COVID-19 communication cards?

    Last Updated: 09/22/2021
    Vaccination Update Community-based sites have been designed to meet the needs of all residents in the state. These sites meet ADA accessibility standards, and special arrangements are made for thos...
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  • What is the Excluded New Jersey Fund? Can I get benefits if I didn't qualify for federal aid or unemployment?

    Last Updated: 03/14/2022
    The Excluded New Jersey Fund (ENJF) provides a one-time, direct cash benefit to eligible households who have suffered an economic hardship due to COVID-19 and were excluded from both the federal st...
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  • What is the Return & Earn Program? How can I find information about return-to-work paycheck bonuses?

    Last Updated: 02/24/2022
    The Return and Earn program benefits employers and their new employees. Qualified employers receive a wage subsidy for six months, while unemployed workers reentering the workforce and receiving jo...
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  • Can I use sick leave to get a COVID-19 vaccine?

    Last Updated: 02/12/2022
    Yes, employees can use their NJ Earned Sick Leave to get their COVID-19 vaccine, including for travel to and from their appointment and recovery from side effects. Under NJ state law, employers mus...
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  • How do I unsubscribe from NJ COVID-19 email updates?

    Last Updated: 05/14/2021
    The State of New Jersey regularly sends several email newsletters, so it depends which newsletter you wish to stop receiving. For the weekly COVID-19 email newsletter, click here to unsubscribe or ...
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  • Is the COVID-19 vaccine free? What if I don't have insurance?

    Last Updated: 03/15/2021
    No one will have to pay for the vaccine. There are no out-of-pocket costs for the vaccine. COVID-19 vaccines will be made available to individuals regardless of insurance coverage status. Individua...
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  • How has New Jersey spent its COVID relief funds?

    On October 16, 2020, New Jersey launched the COVID-19 Transparency website, which tracks the State's eligible and planned uses of any funds disbursed by the federal or State government to help New ...
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Reopening Guidance and Restrictions FAQs

  • Has New Jersey lifted restrictions?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    On March 4, 2022, Governor Murphy lifted the COVID-19 public health emergency. This major step was made possible by the Murphy Administration's comprehensive and successful pandemic response effort...
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  • Are there safety guidelines for businesses? Are any businesses closed?

    Last Updated: 04/13/2022
    All businesses, offices, and worksites may open in New Jersey. Social distancing and masking is not required in most indoor or outdoor spaces, and there are no capacity limits for businesses or wor...
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  • How can people safely get together?

    Last Updated: 04/18/2022
    There are no numerical limits for indoor or outdoor gatherings. In New Jersey, face masks are no longer required in most outdoor and indoor settings. The Department of Health recommends wearing a f...
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  • Are schools open? What are the safety requirements?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    All public school districts in New Jersey are expected to provide full-time, in-person instruction. Vaccinations, including booster doses for those eligible, remain the best defense against COVID-1...
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  • Are New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission agencies open? What new protocols or practices are in place?

    Last Updated: 02/24/2022
    Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) agencies are open to the public six days a week, Mondays through Saturdays. Nearly all in-person services at agencies require an appointment that must be scheduled at...
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  • What are the safety precautions for sports?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    Due to increased exhalation that occurs during physical activity, some sports can put players, coaches, trainers, and others who are not up to date with vaccinations at increased risk for COVID-19....
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  • What are the safety guidelines for child care centers? Is there financial support for child care costs?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    Vaccinations and boosters remain the best defense to prevent severe COVID-19 and to reduce interruptions in learning and care. Students and staff are encouraged to stay up to up date with vaccines ...
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  • Can I visit a nursing home or long-term care facility? What are the safety protocols?

    Last Updated: 02/09/2023
    Visitation must be allowed for all residents of nursing homes at all times. Assisted living facilities, comprehensive personal care homes, dementia care homes, and residential health care facilitie...
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  • Are hotels open? Can I still use AirBnB? What safety precautions must they take?

    Last Updated: 02/14/2023
    Note: The COVID-19 public health emergency has ended. There are no travel advisories that apply specifically to New Jersey at this time. The CDC recommends delaying travel until you are up to date ...
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  • Are courts open? Do I have to report for jury duty? Can legal matters be dealt with remotely?

    Last Updated: 02/14/2023
    Federal Courts Criminal as well as civil jury selections and trials have resumed. Judicial proceedings, in both criminal and civil matters, shall continue to be conducted by video and teleconferenc...
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  • Is public transportation running?

    Last Updated: 07/02/2021
    Service Updates NJ Transit has resumed full-service and is running a regular weekday schedule on its bus, rail, light rail, and Access Link services. To learn more about NJ Transit's plan to safely...
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  • Can I get something notarized remotely?

    Last Updated: 09/28/2021
    Yes. A new law authorizes New Jersey notaries to remotely notarize electronic or physical documents. To find a notary, search through this online directory created by the Treasury. Source: https://...
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  • What are the safety guidelines for colleges and universities?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    Vaccination is the leading prevention strategy to protect individuals from COVID-19. The CDC recommends all faculty, staff, and students get vaccinated as soon as possible and remain up to date, in...
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  • Has the State used data to make decisions and slow the spread of COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 04/02/2021
    Working with a team of leading data scientists and epidemiologists, the State has used several dynamic epidemiology and growth models to predict the spread of the virus and the need for hospital be...
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  • Is there somewhere I can report violations of Executive Orders?

    Last Updated: 07/02/2021
    Compliance with Executive Orders is not voluntary. You can report a possible violation of all COVID-related Executive Orders using this online form: https://covid19.nj.gov/violation. If you believe...
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  • Where can I find the Executive Orders and Administrative Orders issued by the Governor and the State?

    Last Updated: 05/17/2020
    Executive Orders issued by Governor Murphy can be found here. Administrative Orders issued by the State of New Jersey can be found here.
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  • Can I visit someone at a Department of Corrections facility?

    Last Updated: 02/06/2023
    Visitation Visitation at NJ Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities is by appointment only. All visitors must: Call the facility to schedule your visit Wear a face mask Sanitize your hands upon...
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  • Are programs funded by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities open?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    Visitation Policies at Residential and Day Programs Indoor, outdoor, and off-site visits are available to residents of provider-managed residential settings. Residential providers are required to a...
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  • Is COVID-19 test data being shared with law enforcement agencies?

    Last Updated: 01/28/2021
    To enable law enforcement officers across New Jersey to better protect themselves and to more effectively use their limited supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the midst of the COVID...
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  • Can I visit someone in a hospital?

    Last Updated: 02/09/2023
    Individual hospitals will set visiting hours and visitation duration. Check with a specific facility for their visiting hours and safety policies. If visitation is restricted, support persons will ...
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  • How do I report an outbreak or misconduct at a long term care facility or nursing home?

    Last Updated: 05/07/2020
    Long term care facilities in New Jersey, such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities, are required to report many communicable disease cases, including COVID-19, to their local health depa...
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  • How can I volunteer for COVID-19 response efforts? How can I help the State?

    Last Updated: 06/14/2021
    Our first responders and health care workers are saving lives every day -- so can you. Your family, your friends, your neighbors -- their lives are literally in your hands. Here's how you can do yo...
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  • Where can I donate personal protective equipment (PPE) like respirators, gowns, and gloves?

    Last Updated: 09/24/2020
    For anyone who has PPE they wish to donate like N95 respirators, face shields, protective goggles, surgical masks, or other protective equipment, visit covid19.nj.gov/ppedonations.
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  • What are the safety guidelines for adult medical daycare centers?

    Last Updated: 03/01/2023
    Adult Medical Daycare Centers must follow the NJ Department of Health's safety guidance. Check with a specific facility for their safety policies. For more details on the Department of Health's saf...
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  • What are my rights and protections as a worker?

    Last Updated: 11/09/2021
    COVID-19 Workplace Health and Safety: Under legislation signed by Governor Murphy on June 4, 2021, the majority of Executive Orders issued pursuant to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency expired o...
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Slowing the Spread FAQs

  • How do I get a COVID-19 vaccine or a booster shot?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    Everyone 6 months or older is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine in New Jersey and encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Learn more. Everyone 6 months or older is eligible for a COVID-19 v...
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  • Who is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine or booster in New Jersey? How many doses of a COVID-19 vaccine should I get?

    Last Updated: 10/17/2022
    Everyone 6 months of age and older is recommended to get an updated COVID-19 bivalent vaccine or booster dose that targets the Omicron variant, if it has been at least two months since your most re...
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  • Should I wear a mask to stop the spread of COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 04/13/2022
    In New Jersey, face masks are no longer required in most outdoor and indoor settings. The Department of Health recommends wearing a face mask whenever you have symptoms of COVID-19, tested positive...
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  • What Is Contact Tracing? How Does It Stop The Spread of COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 07/07/2022
    Contact tracing is the process used to identify those who come into contact with people who have tested positive for many contagious diseases – such as measles, HIV, and COVID-19 – and is a lon...
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  • How do I get the second dose of the Pfizer, Moderna, or Novavax vaccine? What if I got my first shot in a different state?

    Last Updated: 06/01/2023
    Residents can get their second dose at any vaccination location. Use the Vaccine Appointment Finder to make an appointment for your second dose at a location near you. The Pfizer, Moderna, and Nova...
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  • How do I know when a contact tracer is calling? How do I know it's not a scam? What will they ask me?

    Last Updated: 07/07/2022
    Contact tracers are calling with life-saving information that will keep you, your loved ones, and your community safe and healthy. When a New Jersey contact tracer calls, it's because you tested po...
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  • What should I do if I was exposed to COVID-19? What is a close contact?

    Last Updated: 02/07/2023
    You may have been exposed to COVID-19 if you were in close contact (within 6 feet for 15 minutes or more over 24-hours) with someone who had COVID-19, or have been told by a healthcare provider or ...
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  • Where is vaccination or testing required by the State of New Jersey for workers in New Jersey?

    Last Updated: 08/15/2022
    As of April 3rd, 2023, covered workers in health care facilities are the only workers required to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. Health Care Facilities All workers in health care f...
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  • What are common misconceptions about contact tracing?

    Last Updated: 07/07/2022
    Q: If I test positive for COVID-19, do I have to tell the contact tracer everyone I was in close contact with? No. Your contact tracer may either ask for names to notify those contacts or you may b...
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  • How can I protect myself and others from COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 03/17/2023
    Our first responders and health care workers are saving lives every day -- so can you. Your family, your friends, your neighbors -- their lives are literally in your hands. Here's how you can do yo...
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  • How Is My Data Being Used and How Is My Privacy Being Protected When Contact Tracing?

    Last Updated: 07/07/2022
    Your information is confidential. Your name will not be released to your contacts or your COVID-19 status – that information will only be known to public health officials and our local health dep...
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  • How do pregnant people or new mothers stay safe? What rules are in place for labor and delivery during COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    If you are pregnant or were recently pregnant, you are more likely to get severely ill from COVID-19 compared to people who are not pregnant. People who become severely ill with COVID-19 may need t...
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  • How can I volunteer as a health care professional or join the Medical Reserve Corps?

    Last Updated: 02/27/2023
    Medical Reserve Corps New Jersey is calling on retired health care professionals with vaccination skills to volunteer with the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC). Register As a New Medical Reserve Corps V...
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  • How can I get help with scheduling a vaccine appointment?

    Last Updated: 06/01/2023
    If you need help scheduling a vaccination appointment, try the following: Vaccine Call Center The Vaccine Call Center (1-855-568-0545) is available to register individuals in the NJ Vaccine Schedul...
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  • COVID Alert NJ: Data/Privacy

    Last Updated: 05/17/2023
    COVID Alert NJ has been discontinued. The COVID Alert NJ app was retired on April 28, 2023. The app will no longer receive updates or generate notifications and can safely be removed from devices o...
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  • COVID Alert NJ: Overview

    Last Updated: 04/28/2023
    COVID Alert NJ has been discontinued. The COVID Alert NJ app was retired on April 28, 2023. The app will no longer receive updates or generate notifications and can safely be removed from devices o...
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  • Should I get a flu shot?

    Last Updated: 02/17/2023
    Yes, the CDC and the New Jersey Department of Health strongly recommend everyone six months of age and older get a flu vaccine every year. It is likely that flu viruses and the virus that causes CO...
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  • How do COVID-19 vaccines work?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    Vaccines work by triggering a person's immune system to develop protection against a disease. COVID-19 vaccines help our bodies develop immunity to the virus that causes COVID-19 without us having ...
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  • How many COVID-19 vaccine doses do I need if I’m immunocompromised?

    Last Updated: 02/07/2023
    Note: For detailed information on timing for each dose and type, refer to the CDC's COVID-19 vaccine guidelines for immunocompromised people. Children aged 6 months through 4 years who are moderate...
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  • What is the State doing to protect residents and staff of nursing homes or long-term care facilities?

    Last Updated: 03/12/2022
    COVID-19 has devastated long-term care facilities and nursing homes in New Jersey and across the nation. In an effort to protect the lives of residents and staff at these facilities, the State has ...
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  • How do I get a new copy of my COVID-19 vaccination card? Is there an app or a digital copy?

    Last Updated: 02/11/2022
    Docket App Docket is an app from the NJ Department of Health that makes it easier for you and your family to securely access your COVID-19 vaccination record. If you don't have your vaccination car...
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  • How can I avoid vaccine scams?

    Last Updated: 01/20/2022
    The FBI has issued an alert warning of several emerging fraud schemes related to COVID-19 vaccines to illegally obtain sensitive personal information or money. Signs of potential COVID-19 vaccine s...
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  • Consumer Access to COVID-19 Immunization Records with Docket FAQs

    Functionality What is Docket? Docket connects you directly with immunization registries (including the New Jersey Immunization Information System (NJIIS)) to deliver up-to-date personal and family...
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Testing and Treatment FAQs

  • Where can I get free, public COVID-19 testing or treatment?

    Last Updated: 05/19/2023
    Below, you can find a list of free public testing locations in New Jersey by county, including short-term pop-up testing sites. In addition, free COVID-19 testing and treatment is available at Comm...
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  • How can I get testing or treatment for COVID-19 if I'm uninsured or undocumented? How do I cover health costs associated with COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 01/20/2022
    COVID-19 testing and treatment is available to everyone in New Jersey regardless of their insurance or immigration status. Below you will find resources for free testing and treatment as well as ho...
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  • What happens if I test positive? How long do I need to stay home?

    Last Updated: 09/28/2022
    If you tested positive for COVID-19 or are waiting for test results (regardless of vaccination status, whether symptomatic or asymptomatic): ISOLATE AT HOME: Stay away from people and pets for at ...
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  • Can a person test negative and later test positive for COVID-19?

    Viral tests are used to gauge whether you have a current infection. A negative result means that the virus that causes COVID-19 was not found in the person's sample. This probably means that the pe...
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  • How many people have gotten COVID-19 vaccines in New Jersey? How is New Jersey collecting and protecting vaccination data?

    Last Updated: 02/09/2023
    For the latest number of COVID-19 vaccines and boosters administered by county, race/ethnicity, age, and gender, refer to the vaccination overview tab on the Department of Health's COVID-19 dashboa...
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  • What type of COVID-19 test should I get and when should I get it? What are the differences between the various test types?

    Last Updated: 09/26/2022
    If you want to find out if you are currently infected with COVID-19, get a diagnostic test. Testing is widely available and open to everyone in New Jersey. Visit covid19.nj.gov/testing to find a te...
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  • I was tested for COVID-19. How do I get my results?

    Last Updated: 07/14/2020
    Please follow the instructions from your testing site on how to get your test results. Pharmacies, local testing sites, physician's offices, hospitals, and other testing sites operate independently...
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  • How is New Jersey increasing access to COVID-19 testing?

    Last Updated: 01/25/2022
    Expanding access to COVID-19 testing has been a core principle of New Jersey's recovery plan for promoting public health and restoring economic health. New Jersey has been: increasing diagnostic t...
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  • Should I get tested if I do not have symptoms of COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 02/06/2023
    You could have COVID-19 and not even know it. Protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community by getting tested for COVID-19. Testing is widely available and open to everyone in New Jersey. V...
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  • Should contacts of contacts be tested?

    Last Updated: 02/06/2023
    Being the contact of someone who had close contact with a COVID-19-postive person does not require testing. For example, if you have a coworker whose family member is a confirmed case, you are not ...
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  • Are COVID-19 vaccines safe and effective? How were they tested and approved?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Millions of people in the United States have received COVID-19 vaccines. These vaccines have undergone and will continue to undergo the most intensive safe...
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  • What can I expect at my COVID-19 vaccine appointment?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    Before Your Appointment If you do not regularly take over-the-counter medications, like ibuprofen, aspirin, antihistamines, or acetaminophen, you should not take them before you get a COVID-19 vacc...
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  • Is the monkeypox vaccine available in New Jersey?

    Last Updated: 02/14/2023
    Monkeypox (mpox) is a disease that can affect anyone, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The virus can cause flu-like symptoms, swollen lymph nodes, and rash. Monkeypox (mpox) can spread t...
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  • Can I use new drugs or therapeutics to treat COVID-19? Where do I get them?

    Last Updated: 01/30/2023
    COVID-19 Therapeutics Overview If you test positive for COVID-19, you should ask your healthcare provider about whether a treatment is right for you. For patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 who...
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  • Should I get a COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?

    Last Updated: 01/27/2023
    COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older, including people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to get pregnant now, or might become pregnant in the future. In additio...
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  • What has the State done to expand vaccine capacity and access?

    Last Updated: 01/27/2023
    There is currently widespread vaccine availability across New Jersey and the United States. Appointments for COVID-19 vaccines are available across New Jersey to everyone 6 months and older, and bi...
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  • Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine if I am undocumented?

    Last Updated: 11/04/2021
    Yes. Everyone 6 months or older is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine in New Jersey and encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible. If you are uninsured, you can still receive a vaccine. The vac...
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  • Should I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I already got COVID?

    Last Updated: 10/06/2021
    Yes, you should get a COVID-19 vaccine even if you already had COVID-19 because: Research has not yet shown how long you are protected from getting COVID-19 again after you recover from COVID-19. ...
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  • Are vaccine sites accessible to individuals with disabilities?

    Last Updated: 09/21/2021
    Community-based sites have been designed to meet the needs of all residents in the state. These sites meet ADA accessibility standards, and special arrangements are made for those with mobility and...
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  • How can I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I’m homebound?

    Last Updated: 05/17/2021
    If you are unable to leave the home to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or are the healthcare provider or family caregiver of someone who is homebound, you may request an in-home vaccination appointment ...
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  • Where can I find COVID-19 testing?

    Though the State of New Jersey is not maintaining a statewide test locator, there are a number of resources to help you find COVID-19 testing: Free, public testing sites in New Jersey Low or no-co...
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Travel and Transportation FAQs

  • Are there travel restrictions to or from New Jersey?

    Last Updated: 05/12/2023
    As of May 11th, 2023, the federal public health emergency for COVID-19 has ended. There are no longer COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements to enter the United States or New Jersey. Recommen...
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Uncategorized FAQs

  • Comprehensive Resources

    Last Updated: 03/30/2022
    Buddies of N.J. Programs and Services – Buddies NJ (njbuddies.org) Students living with HIV/AIDS in Bergen & Passaic Counties Provides a variety of services for individuals with HIV/AIDS, includ...
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  • Emergency Aid

    Last Updated: 03/30/2022
    Displaced Homemaker Program DCF | Office of Support, Employment and Training (nj.gov) For individuals who have previously been unpaid homemakers but now must enter the workforce due to separation,...
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  • Housing

    Last Updated: 03/30/2022
    Hunterdon County Housing Resource Guide & Food Pantry Directory Microsoft Word - Housing Resource Guide.docx (hunterdon.nj.us) Students in Hunterdon County This document provides a comprehensive g...
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  • What are food resources?

    Last Updated: 03/30/2022
    Cross County Connection Microsoft Word - Food Pantries List (1) (driveless.com) Students in Atlatnic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties A PDF of food pantrie...
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  • Small Businesses: Information on How to Buy Discounted PPE through the PPE Access Program

    Last Updated: 08/12/2020
    Why should I use the PPE Access Program? The PPE Access Program was created to take the purchasing of PPE off your "worry list." It will provide several benefits to your business relative to other ...
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  • Renter Self-Certification Process and FAQs

    On August 4, 2021, Governor Murphy signed into law PL 2021 c 188 that affects tenants and landlords. The new law winds down the eviction moratorium imposed by the Governor in Executive Order 106 an...
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