The Board of Health Office is open Monday 9-1:30, Wednesday 3:30-7:30 and Friday 8:30-Noon.  For information regarding marriage licenses, death certificates or certified copies of marriage, death and birth certificates, please call 201-767-7204.

The Norwood Board of Health will be conducting its 2nd Annual Health Fair on Saturday, September 24, 2011 from 2:00-6:00 PM.  This will be held in conjunction with Norwood Day.

Dog licenses are now being issued through the Borough Clerk's Office.  You may reach them by calling 201-767-7200 ext 26 and speak with Julie.  All dogs and cats must have a rabies vaccination with an expiration date after 11/1/11.  If your rabies vaccination expires prior to 11/1/11 you will have schedule an appointment for your pet prior to applying for a license.  If you have never had a dog or cat license before and are applying for the first time, proof of rabies and neutering/spaying is required.

The Board of Health provides free blood pressure screening and health consultations for all residents at Borough Hall on the 1st Monday of the month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Blood pressure screenings for Seniors will be on the 1st Monday of the month at the Community Center, 453 Broadway from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.

Requests for Birth, Marriage and Death Certificates should be directed to Alexandra Goodman by calling 201-767-7204.  Marriage license and Domestic Partnership applications are done by appointment only. 

MARRIAGE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Female must be a resident of the Borough of Norwood and over the age of 18.  A witness who knows both parties and is over 18 is required to be present at the time the application is taken

• Proof of Identification (i.e. Drivers License and Birth Certificate or passport)

• Certified copy of legal paperwork (i.e. widowed, divorces or annulled)

• Must know Father's name and place of birth

• Must know Mother's maiden name and place of birth

• The address and phone number of either party where they can be reached prior to the marriage

• The address and phone number where the couple can be reached after the wedding

• Location where couple is to married

• 72 hour waiting period is required on all applications from the tome of initial application until the license is picked up

• Marriage license is valid for 30 days from date of issuance

• Fee is $28.00 payable by cash or check

Lower Your Risk For Breast Cancer

   Eat less fat.  Choose foods high in fiber, such as beans, bran, whole grains,    fruits and vegetables such as broccoli, brussels sprouts and cabbage    
   Increase your Activity: Women who exercise at least four hours/week cut their risk by 60%; 1-3 hours/week by 30%

   Limit your consumption of Alcohol

   Continue to do monthly self-exams and see your health care provider regularly.