Done by Public Health Nurses. Referrals made as appropriate.

Testing done when required for students.

To identify those at risk for diabetes and for those who have had the disease. Counseling and education provided by Public Health Nurses, with a view on prevention and early detection.

Consultation with a Public Health Nurse. Health risk assessment questionnaire is completed with a client. Counseling is aimed at risk reduction through life style modification when possible. Assessment raises client’s awareness of relationship of life style to state of health. Issues discussed in counseling include, but not limited to; nutrition, exercise, weight reduction, medication, substance abuse, safety, stress management and medical supervision. Appropriate referrals are made when necessary. Service is available on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm to 2:45 pm, on a walk-in basis.

We also host an annual Women’s Health Fair offering: breast screenings performed by a local physician. Instruction on self-breast examinations by Public Health Nurses. Appointments for low cost monograms for those who qualify, and a PAP smear test for a nominal fee. In addition, anemia, hemocult and blood pressure screenings are performed, along with counseling on women’s health issues. Educational materials provided. Please note that space is limited to 10 women on an APPOINTMENT ONLY basis due to space availability and the doctor’s time necessary for each exam.

At the annual Men’s Health Fair for men 50 years of age and over we offer: PSA blood screening test performed by a local hospital’s lab, hemocult test, and examination performed by a local doctor. Counseling and follow-up provided by Public Health Nurses. Educational material provided. A nominal lab fee applies.

Our Community Health Fair is done with the cooperation of West Hudson Hospital, and is open to all residents of North Arlington regardless of age or gender. At the Health Fair we have: FREE health screenings, such as; Podiatry, Cholesterol, Diabetes, Pulmonary Function, Body Composition Analysis, and general health education. Health professionals from various disciplines are represented at The Fair. Many visual displays and educational resources are available.

Must show proof of being a North Arlington resident, i.e. Driver’s License, a current (dated) bill (showing name and North Arlington address), or a notarized letter from the landlord.

If both are from out of state, the couple must apply in the municipality where the ceremony is to take place. The licenses will be valid ONLY in that municipality.

Both must be at least 18 years of age and must present either a Birth Certificate or Passport.  If either party is under 18, both parents must sign consent form.

One (1) witness must be with you. Witness must:

Be at least 18 years of age.

Know both the partners (may be a family member).

Be able to speak and understand English.

Must be able to provide name, address, and phone number of theCelebrant (Priest, Mayor, Judge, etc.) who will perform the ceremony and the date of when the ceremony is scheduled to take place.

If divorced, must bring “Final Divorce Decree” papers showing the Docket number and Judge’s signature.

If in a previous Domestic Partnership with another person, must bring termination papers.

If in a previous Civil Union with another person, must bringdissolution papers.

If partner is deceased, must bring certified copy of death certificate.

Provide Social Security Number.

Application fee is $28.00 cash and is payable at time of application After applying, there is a 72-hour waiting periodbefore the license can be issued to the couple. (Example: application is done on Monday at 11 am – licensed cannot be picked up until Thursday at 11 am). As soon as the license is picked up, it is given a 30-day expiration date. (Example: license is picked up on 8/22 – license will expire on 9/21). In the event that the ceremony has to be rescheduled, the same license may be used providing the revised date occurs before the expiration date. If not, the license must be voided and the process of applying for a marriage license repeated.

In the case of a couple already legally married to or in a civil union with each other and wishing to remarry or reaffirm their civil union (example: they were originally joined in a civil ceremony and later wish to have a religious ceremony), the process is basically the same except:

The couple must present proof of the original marriage/civil union in the form of a certified copy.

There is no 72-hour waiting period.

In order to expedite the process of filing for your Marriage or Civil Union License Application, you may find a printable copy of theAPPLICATION FORM on line by clicking on THIS LINK.Download the form to your computer, print it out, and follow the instructions on the website for filling out the form.

PLEASE FILL OUT ALL THE INFORMATION REQUIRED ON THE PRINTED FORM, BUT PLEASE DO NOT SIGN THE COMPLETED FORM! BRING THE COMPLETED FORM WITH YOU TO THE NORTH ARLINGTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT. IT CAN ONLY BE SIGNED IN THE PRESENCE OF THE REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS AFTER THE OATH IS ADMINISTERED TO YOU, YOUR FUTURE PARTNER, AND YOUR WITNESS.

DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIPS

Couples wishing to register in a Domestic Partnership can be of the same or different sex, but must be 62 years of age or over.  They must meet the following requirements:

Share a common residence in NJ or any other jurisdiction provided that at least one of the applicants is a member of a NJ State-administered retirement system.

Both persons are jointly responsible for each other’s common welfare as evidenced by joint financial arrangements or joint ownership of real or personal property;

Both persons agree to be jointly responsible for each other’s basic living expenses during the domestic partnership.

Neither applicant is in a marriage or civil union recognized by NJ law or a member of another domestic partnership.

Neither person is related to the other by blood or affinity up to and including the fourth degree of consanguinity.

Both persons have chosen to share each other’s lives in a committed relationship of mutual caring.

Neither applicant has terminated another domestic partnership within the last 180 days. (This prohibition shall not apply when the previous partnership ended due to the death of the other partner.)

Call the North Arlington Health Department for further information at 201-955-5695.

A completed request form, obtainable at the registrar’s office, is required along with a photo ID or two other forms of ID. When applying by mail, a written letter serves as the request form. It must contain the information below and be accompanied by two forms of ID. The fee is $10 per certified copy. Checks may be made payable to the North Arlington Health Department.

Only the following are eligible to receive certified copies and must provide specific information:

Certified copies may also be obtained by court order, an agent or agencies of a state, local, or federal government for official purposes, or the Commissioner of Health and Senior Services under other emergent circumstances.

Licensing is not only an important tool in protection against rabies, but is also helpful in identifying lost animals. The North Arlington Health Department maintains a computerized record of all pets licensed with the Borough. Some of the information includes the owner’s name and address, a description of the pet, its name, age, and expiration date of its rabies vaccination. A list of these records is sent to Police Headquarters to assist with lost or found pets.

Rabies, a viral disease affecting warm-blooded animals, is transmittable to humans. Most commonly the virus is spread when an infected animal bites either another animal or human, causing a break in the skin and contamination with the infectious saliva. Instances of non-bite exposure resulting in Rabies can occur when an existing wound or a mucous membrane is contaminated with infected saliva.

While there are a variety of animals that can transmit the Rabies virus, the most hazardous to man are: the raccoon, woodchuck, fox, skunk, dogs and cats. Animals that are not at high risk for Rabies are: hamsters, squirrels, guinea pigs, chipmunks, rats, mice and gerbils. Stray cats are particularly vulnerable to contracting the Rabies virus through contact with wildlife. Any sighting of stray animals should be reported to the local health or police department in order for an animal control officer to investigate. In addition, the public should refrain from feeding or handling stray animals. Symptoms of possible rabies infection in an animal would be: aggressive or unusual behavior, foaming at the mouth, lack of coordination, lethargy or seizures.

Pet owners are advised to notify the local health department or police if their dog or cat has been bitten or attacked by another animal. Persons who have been bitten should notify the local health department or police of the incident as soon as possible.

Preventative steps to protect your pet from Rabies include timely vaccination, licensing, and keeping the pet leashed or from running loose.