Wood-Ridge Health Department

Annual Blood Screening Program

The Board of Heath is offering the Annual Blood Screening Program at the Senior Center on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 ( cost is $20.00 cash – no checks accepted). It will consist of a CBC, Chem 23, and Lipid Profile, with results sent to your private medical doctor. The cost of a T4 (thyroid) blood test is $24.00 cash. Homocystein level, an amino acid that, when elevated, may lead to blockage in the arteries, is an additional $30.00 (cash). PSA testing, a blood screening tool for detection of prostate cancer, will be an option for all male participants as a cost of $30.00 (cash).

No blood test additions or substitutions. This program is OPEN TO ALL ADULTS, 18 YEARS AND OVER. Appointments must be made in advance of the test date at the MUNICIPAL BUILDING.

This is an excellent opportunity to check on your body’s internal wellness.

*NOTE: Sign ups will be held at the Municipal Building – 85 Humboldt Street .

Dates of Registry:

Mornings – 10:00 A.M. – 12:00P.M.

September 2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th

September 9th,10th,11th & 12th

September 16th, 17th, 18th, & 19th

Evenings: - 6:00 – 7:00

Tuesday, September 2nd, 9th & 16th

TESTING DATE: September 23, 2008: 7:30A.M. – 9:30A.M.

Wood-Ridge Senior Center – Highland Avenue – Wood-Ridge

At the time of registration, please bring: 2 stamped envelopes – your name and address on one and your physician’s name and address on the other.

*NO ONE WILL BE TESTED UNLESS THEY FURNISH THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THEIR MEDICAL DOCTOR.

Minors may be tested with parental consent.

A twelve (12) hour fast prior to your appointment time is required. Refreshments will be served at the Senior Center.

You must register and pay in advance – no changes in the type of test.

CASH ONLY – NO CHECKS

ANY QUESTIONS – PLEASE CALL (201) 939 -5066

BLOOD SCREENING DATE – TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2008

Photo Gallery Now Online

The Re-Opening of Bowman Park also

Borough Council Donates Retired Rescue Truck to Moonachie!

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Photo by Jeff Fucci

Bowman Park Re-Opening

Mayor Sarlo, the Borough Council, New Jersey Nets Senior Vice President Leo Ehrline and Rookie player Mike Andersen officially re-opened Harry T. Bowman Park on Jocelyn Avenue August 19.

Press Releases Now Available Online

Press releases from the Borough of Wood-Ridge is now available online.  You may access this new area by clicking on the "Press Releases" button on the left of your screen or click here. 

NEWS FLASH

A recent press release has been posted. 

Title:

Analysts Forecast Strong Housing
Market for Wood-Ridge

Wood-Ridge High School Ranked in
Top Third Percentile of New Jersey
Public High Schools

Mayor, Council & NJ Nets Celebrate
Re-Opening of Bowman Park

Borough Council Donates Retired
Rescue Truck to Moonachie

2008 Fall Soccer Program, Register Online Now

Online registration is now being accepted for the 2008 Fall Soccer Program for boys and girls entering grades Kindergarten through 8th grade this September.  Click here to register now.  

Upcoming Meetings

Wednesday, August 27th
Planning Board 5:30 p.m., Borough Hall.

Tuesday, September 2nd
Mayor & Council work session 7:00 p.m., Borough Hall.

Wednesday, September 3rd
Board of Education work session 7:30 p.m., Doyle School Media Center.
Zoning Board 8:00 p.m., Borough Hall.