Morris-Somerset Regional Chronic Disease Coalition

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The Morris-Somerset Regional Chronic Disease Coalition (RCDC) strives to be a leader in chronic disease control and prevention, particularly for diseases like cancer. We lead through prevention, promotion, and improvement.

Prevent premature death and disability from chronic diseases such as cancer
Promote safe and healthy behaviors
Improve health outcomes for those who live, work, play, learn, and age in Morris and Somerset Counties, New Jersey

The coalition is supported by a grant from the Office of Cancer Control and Prevention (OCCP), New Jersey Department of Health. Become a coalition member and join our workgroups - contact the health department for more information!

Cancer: Thriving & Surviving Workshop

Cancer: Thriving & Surviving is a six-week workshop for individuals who have been affected by cancer and their caregivers. The goal of the program is to help participants build a more positive outlook about their experience and improve their state-of-mind and overall health.

Topics to be discussed include communicating effectively with family, friends, and healthcare professionals; how to make appropriate decisions about treatment and complementary therapies; and coping with negative emotions such as feelings of isolation, frustration, and uncertainty. Additional topics will include managing pain, poor sleep, and the benefits of exercise to help increase flexibility and endurance. For more information about hosting this program at your facility, contact health.educator@co.somerset.nj.us

Breast Cancer Resources

The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition (RCDC) is working hard to increase awareness for breast cancer. RCDC encourages residents to get screened and incorporate a healthy lifestyle to lower your risk of developing cancer.

Resources for Breast Cancer Awareness

Get Screened!

Please view our pictures from our Breast Cancer 12th Annual Event.

Colorectal Cancer Resources

The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition (RCDC) is working hard to increase awareness for colorectal cancer. We encourage residents to get screened and incorporate a healthy diet to reduce their risk of developing colon cancer.

Encourage those around you to get screened for colorectal cancer beginning at age 45! Watch CDC's the Bums and the Bees video for some inspiration and even some laughs!

Resources for Colorectal Cancer Awareness

Health Education Infographics

Get Screened!

Talk to your doctor about getting screened for colorectal cancer and how to choose which test is the best option for you.

Can’t afford to cover the cost of a cancer screening? Or are you uninsured or under-insured? You may be eligible for free or low-cost cancer screenings for cervical, breast, colorectal and prostate cancer through a program called NJCEED.

Ovarian Cancer Resources

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month!

The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition (RCDC) along with the Somerset County Commissioners, and several individual municipalities throughout both Somerset and Morris counties used this as a platform to sign a proclamation to heighten awareness about this disease. It is important to know the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cancer, early detection is the best protection!

Resources for Ovarian Cancer

Skin Cancer Resources

The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition (RCDC) of Morris and Somerset Counties continue to stress the importance of knowing the signs and symptoms of Skin Cancer, early detection is the best protection!

Resources for Skin Cancer

Educational Videos

Cancer Survivorship Resources

In New Jersey, there are an estimated 335,000 cancer survivors, who all have unique needs living through a cancer diagnosis. The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition wants to emphasize the importance of meeting the unique needs of cancer survivors and their caregivers to decrease the challenges they face, empower them to take control of their health, and achieve a high quality of health and wellness.

General Information

For Healthcare Providers

For Cancer Survivors and Caregivers

Support in Your Area

Survivorship Care Plans (SCP)

HPV Resources

The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is an infection that can cause 6 different types of cancers and causes about 90% of all cervical cancers. The good news is that there is a vaccine that can prevent infection by certain types of HPV and some of the cancers linked to those types!

Two doses of HPV vaccine are recommended for boys and girls at ages 11-12, but can be given starting at age 9 years.
HPV vaccination provides safe, effective, and long-lasting protection.
HPV Vaccine: Brochure for Adults & Information Card

Get Tested for HPV and Cervical Cancer!

Talk to your doctor about getting yourself or your child the HPV vaccine and getting tested for HPV and/or cervical cancer.

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) program can help cover the cost of the vaccine for children age 18 years and younger who are uninsured, Medicaid-eligible, or American Indian/Alaska Native

Uninsured or under-insured individuals may be eligible for free or low-cost cancer screenings for cervical, breast, colorectal and prostate cancer through a program called NJCEED.
- Somerset County NJCEED
- Morris County NJCEED

Resources for HPV and the Vaccine

Tobacco Resources

World No Tobacco Day!

Every year, May 31st is designated World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) by the World Health Organization to raise awareness and highlight the health consequences associated with tobacco use and encourage governments to adopt effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption.

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) kill more people than any other cause of death worldwide, and tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure contribute to approximately 12% of all heart disease deaths. Tobacco use is the second leading cause of CVD, after high blood pressure.

World Health Organization - World No Tobacco Day

Resources for Tobacco

Quit Tobacco Use/Cessation

E-cigarette/Vaping Resources

Smoke-free Multi-Unit Housing

Lung Cancer Screening

Talk to your doctor about getting screened for lung cancer!

Coalition Members & Organizations

Somerset County-based Organizations

Morris County-based Organizations

Atlantic Health System
African American Wellness Coalition
Saint Clare’s Health System
Zufall Health – Dover
- NJ SNAP-Ed
Randolph Health Department
Rockaway Township & Rockaway Borough Health Department
Mount Olive Health Department
Bloomfield Health Department
County of Morris, Office of Health Management
Morris County Public Health Nurses Association
Norwescap RSVP
Center for Prevention and Counseling
Morris County PIK – Prevention is Key

Regional Organizations