April 12, 2023

National Minority Health Month

Every April, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) observes National Minority Health Month to highlight the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minority and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities and reducing health disparities.

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Why Can't You Put Down Your Smartphone?

Hear from a Rutgers professor about why we are so drawn to smartphones, social media and video games – and the effect they have on our mental health and well-being. 

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REACH Community-Academic Grants Program is NOW OPEN

The REACH Community-Academic Grants Program comprises two funding categories:

1. Community Impact Grants will fund projects focused on positively impacting the community in a demonstrable way through an evidence-based strategy for change.

2. Research Seed Grants will fund projects that have the potential to advance knowledge and identify new evidence-based strategies for change.

Click here to view the full RFP and eligibility criteria.

Applicant Information Webinar:

An informational webinar will be held on Monday, April 17, 2023, at 1 p.m. for interested applicants. During this webinar, applicants will have an opportunity to ask questions about REACH, its overall objectives, and how to enhance the viability of concepts or projects for this funding.

Click here to register for the webinar.

Click here to review the application site and apply.

Proposal Submission Deadline: Monday, June 5, 2023

Click here to learn more about REACH.

New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub: The State of New Jersey has put together a list of resources about the COVID-19 virus including testing sites, signs and symptoms, and FAQs about social services. 

Visit New Jersey’s COVID-19 Vaccine Registration site to pre-register for the vaccine. New Jersey's Covid-19 Vaccine Appointment Call Center can be reached at 855-568-0545.