Nursing Services, provided by the Wayne Department of Health, are available every Friday, 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Totowa Public Library for the following services:

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• Blood pressure checks

• Adult Immunizations

• TB (Mantoux) tests

• Periodic Health Screenings

• School Immunization Audits

• Communicable Disease Reports/Investigation

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 Make sure to check out our Events/News page for additional services when available.

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Narcotics Anonymous

Addiction is a significant issue in New Jersey, with New Jersey lost 27 people per capita to Narcotics Overdoses last year—a number that's far too high.  At Narcotics.com, we connect people with local recovery resources, including free tools, patient support, local NA meet-ups.

​To help local residents find their nearest support group click on this link: https://www.narcotics.com/na-meetings/new-jersey/.

 

The websites listed below could also be useful to those with substance addictions:

 

https://www.rehab.com/new-jersey is dedicated to providing evidence-based information about addiction and treatment centers across America. Our goal is to provide access to the largest repository of addiction information and the most accurate listings of treatment centers to help those suffering from chemical dependence.

https://sober.com/aa-meetings/new-jersey/ helps you find AA meetings in New Jersey to help you on your road to recovery. Our comprehensive directory of AA meetings in New Jersey includes open, closed, speaker, and other specialized meetings, all of which are designed to help you get sober and remain sober.

https://www.drugstrategies.org/New-Jersey/ is a great resource for individuals who may be struggling with substance use disorder. It was developed by bringing together experts in substance misuse treatment from leading nonprofit, academic, and government institutions. Through this important resource, individuals can hear stories from people with similar experiences, discover the answers they need for recognizing and dealing with substance misuse, and locate support.

https://www.methadonecenters.com/directory/new-jersey/ aims to connect individuals struggling with substance use disorder to local treatment centers that provide methadone maintenance therapy (MMT) in communities Borough of Totowa.

https://bocarecoverycenter.com/ Quality Addiction Treatment Centers Built Around You.

 

SMAC Blood Testing

SMAC blood testing-offered in spring April/May. Screening provides complete Cardiac risk profile while measuring 23 different elements found in the blood. The screening is instrumental in detecting various diseases in their early state. Fee is approximately $30. Additional testing available for PSA, Lyme, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, typing and TSH.

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Child Health Conference (Well Child Clinic)

The Child Health Conference is open to Totowa residents with no health insurance. This program provides infants, preschool and school aged children (until their 18th birthday) with a full examination and age appropriate immunizations performed by a licensed pediatrician. TB testing is also available. At each clinic session parents are counselled regarding growth, development, nutrition, and safety.  Please call the Wayne Health Department for more information or to schedule an appointment.  973 694-1800  Ext. 3241

 

Dental Health Clinic

The Dental Clinic is provided to children and adults of the Borough of Totowa ages 5 and up with no dental insurance. Services are provided by a licensed Dentist. Appointments are required.  Please call the Wayne Department of Health for more information or to schedule an appointment. 973-694-1800 Ext. 3237.​​​​​​​​​​​​​