The resolution designates July of each year as Self-Care Awareness Month in New Jersey, emphasizing the importance of self-care as a daily practice that includes making healthy lifestyle choices, maintaining good hygiene, and knowing when to seek medical advice. It highlights the benefits of self-care not only for individual well-being but also for public health, as it can lead to higher self-esteem, improved health outcomes, and reduced healthcare costs. The resolution cites a study indicating that every dollar spent on over-the-counter medicines saves the healthcare system over seven dollars, resulting in significant annual savings.

Furthermore, the resolution encourages New Jersey residents to engage in self-care practices, which can include the use of over-the-counter medical items and nutritional supplements, particularly benefiting lower-income families facing food insecurity. It calls for the Governor to issue an annual proclamation recognizing July as Self-Care Awareness Month and urges public officials and residents to participate in activities and programs that promote self-care awareness. The resolution aims to foster a collaborative effort among consumers, healthcare practitioners, policymakers, and regulators to maximize the potential benefits of self-care for the state's health care system.