Get Vaccinated This Rural Health Week

SJFMC celebrates Rural Health Week by protecting our communities from COVID-19. Join us on November 18, 2021 from 10-2 at our Hammonton Health Center as we vaccinate and administer booster shots, contributing to community immunity. We are offering Janssen, Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines as well as COVID-19 testing, health assessments, education and free gifts. Please join us and protect yourself and your family. For more information on the event click here.

Get Vaccinated against COVID-19

Know the Facts. Watch this video for more information on the vaccine and how you can stop the spread of COVID-19. Then schedule your COVID-19 vaccination today!

Let’s Vote 2020

To make sure you get your ballot before the November 3^rd General Election:

Visit https://nj.gov/state/elections/

Make sure you are an active voter and that your address is correct by clicking Am I Registered? If you are not registered or need to make changes, click Register to Vote and submit the online form by October 13!

All active voters will get a ballot in the mail to the address on record. You do not need to request a ballot.

Once you receive your ballot:

• Carefully read and follow the instructions
• Vote right away
• Sign and date where indicated

You have 3 ways to submit your ballot:

• Mail ballot at least 7 days prior to Election Day
• Leave in a secure drop box by 8 pm on 11/3 (Election Day)
• Complete and turn in to your polling place on Election Day

You can also vote in person on Election Day!

Call the Board of Elections for your county with any questions or concerns!

SJFMC Provides Healthy Food For Families

SJFMC provides help for families in need during the pandemic and beyond with free food giveaways at our Pleasantville and Atlantic City Health Centers. We distributed more than 1,200 boxes of produce, back to school, and high demand items during our National Health Center Week events on August 15 and again on August 29. “Our community has been adversely affected by COVID-19,” said Linda Flake, president, and CEO of Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers. “People are out of work, struggling to get food on the table. The pandemic has forced many to choose between paying the bills and buying food. This year, we’re trying to meet the need for food. The need is tremendous.” The event was held in partnership with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey’s COVID-19 Food Assistance Program.

COVID-19 Testing Available

Free COVID-19 Diagnostic and Antibody Testing is available for all ages. You do not have to have symptoms to get tested.

COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing in Atlantic County

Testing Sites:

Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers
Pleasantville Center
932 South Main Street
Pleasantville, NJ, 08232

Every Wednesday 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

All should wear a mask or face covering. Testing is weather permitting.

Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers
Hammonton Center
860 S. White Horse Pike
Hammonton, NJ 08037

Every Thursday 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

All should wear a mask or face covering. Testing is weather permitting.

COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing in Burlington County

Testing Site:

Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers
Burlington Center
651 High Street
Burlington, NJ, 08016

Every Tuesday 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

All should wear a mask or face covering. Testing is weather permitting.

COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing in Salem County

Testing Sites:

Salem County Department of Health
110 5th Street
Salem, NJ 08079

Every Monday 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm (starting 3/28/22)

**Drive to the back side of the building and proceed to our Mobile Testing Unit**

All should wear a mask or face covering. Testing is weather permitting.

Protect Yourself From COVID-19

*To help stop the spread of COVID-19(Coronavirus) and to keep our facilities as safe as possible, if you suspect that you have been exposed to the virus, please do not report to our health centers without calling us first at 800-486-0131 to receive proper guidance. Thank you for your cooperation in this effort.*

COVID-19 (“coronavirus disease 2019”) is the disease caused by a novel (new) coronavirus that was first detected in humans in Wuhan, China in December 2019. Steps you can take to prevent spread of flu and the common cold will also help prevent coronavirus:

• Wash hands often with soap and water. If not available, use hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands
• Avoid contact with people who are sick
• Stay home while you are sick and avoid contact with others
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or sleeve when coughing or sneezing

Currently there are no vaccines available to prevent novel coronavirus infections. If you have questions about the coronavirus call the NJDOH 24-hour hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Trained professionals are standing by and the call is free.

Click here for more information on the coronavirus.

Build a Better Tomorrow and Complete Your 2020 Census Today

Are you looking to improve your community with better jobs, schools, do you want more money for health care? Make your voice heard by filling out your 2020 Census. The SJFMC Outreach Team will on site at all health centers throughout April and May encouraging patients to complete their forms online, on their phones or by a paper application. Play your part in ensuring a complete and accurate count in 2020. The U.S census is a count of everyone where they live and sleep most of the time. Census data is collected every 10 years. The voices of your children count too. Remember to count them. The Census will not ask you about citizenship. Your personal information is confidential and protected. Starting March 12, households across the country are expected to be able to participate in the once-a-decade national head count by going to my2020census.gov to complete the online census questionnaire, which is set to be open to the public through July 31.

SJFMC Earns National Recognition for Commitment to Improve High Blood Pressure

Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers is pleased to be recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Medical Association (AMA) as a leader in the national effort to get patient blood pressure rates under control and reduce the number of Americans who have heart attacks and strokes each year. As part of the 2019 Target: BP Recognition Program, AHA and AMA awarded  Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers with Gold Status—one of just 542 physician practices and health systems to be recognized for achieving blood pressure control rates of 70 percent or more in their adult patient population with high blood pressure. A total of 1,183 physician practices and health systems nationwide were recognized by the program for their commitment to help patients improve blood pressure control. The recognized organizations represent 29.8 million adult patients, with more than 8 million patients diagnosed with hypertension, across 46 states and territories.

Make a Difference this Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and Get Screened

Raise awareness this colorectal awareness month and help to decrease rates on the third most common cancer in the United States. According to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, in the year 2020, there will be over 78k new cases of colorectal cancer in men and 69k new cases in women. Encourage your loved ones to get screened so you don’t lose them to this terrible disease.  It’s the second leading cause of death from cancers that affect both men and women and the reason adults 50-75 are encouraged to get colorectal screening; a colonoscopy annually. Colorectal cancer affects people in all racial and ethnic groups and is most common in people age 50 and older. For more information make an appointment with your SJFMC provider today.

Governor Murphy Holds Health Care Roundtable at SJFMC

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced his plan to lower health care costs during a conversation with SJFMC Chief Medical Officer, Gregory Collins, consumers, and cabinet officials. The Governor commended SJFMC’s efforts in reducing cost and making health care available for everyone. Governor Murphy said, “ Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers is a gem in the state in the access it provides but that is not consistent across the state our challenge is to make it as good as it is but as affordable and accessible as possible.” With this goal in mind, the Governor has created a new Office of Health Care Affordability and Transparency. The office will be charged with working across all state agencies to develop a strategic plan for “consumer affordability, health care quality, cost transparency and taxpayer savings,” the Governor’s Office said. SJFMC Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Gregory Collins, emphasized the importance of driving consumer costs down. Dr. Collins also discussed the need for more primary care physicians, among other specialties, given the current shortage. “Patients are making choices between buying food for their families and taking care of themselves. At SJFMC, we provide comprehensive, coordinated cost-effective healthcare. We also educate our patients and inform them of ways to be self-sufficient in their care because we know that if we educate our patients we can drive down the cost of their medical expenses in the long term.” said SJFMC Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Gregory Collins.