600 N.J. homes are getting a CDC letter. Here’s what it means.

Key Points:

• The CDC has selected Bergen County to participate in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), inviting 600 randomly chosen households to take part.
• Selected individuals will undergo a home interview and a health exam at a mobile exam center in Paramus, with tests tailored to age and sex, including measurements like blood pressure, vision, and oral health.
• Data collected will help public health officials and lawmakers develop targeted health policies and programs, as NHANES serves as the nation’s health check-up by gathering comprehensive health information.
• The survey, which visits 20 locations annually and collects data from 5,000 participants, covers environmental exposures and chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.
• Participants receive compensation for expenses and a token of appreciation, as well as exam results to share with their healthcare providers; the survey in Bergen County runs through mid-December.