Parenting Pediatrics
New Term Germs: Avoid These 5 Back-to-School ‘Bugs’
Back-to-school means more exposure to germs and "bugs". Pediatrician, Glenn Salcedo, M.D., shares some of...
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Should You Be Doing Breast Self-Exams?
Learn about the current breast self-exam recommendations, the latest mammogram protocols and how to determine the right cancer-screening plan for you.
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5 Ways to Tackle Back–to-School Stress
Insight on the best ways to manage and avoid back to school stress, as well as tips to help parents as stress pops up throughout...
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Is Vaping Safer than Normal Smoking?
Electronic cigarettes have been marketed as healthier alternatives to cigarettes, but vaping brings its own list of dangerous side effects and warnings.
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I Have Atrial Fibrillation… Now What?
If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with AFib, Dr. Grant Simons...
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How to Find the Right At-Home Blood Pressure Monitor
If you have hypertension, you may need to check your blood pressure at home. Learn...
Nutrition
RECIPE: Applesauce and Walnut Muffins
With apples, nuts and fall spices, these wholesome and hearty muffins are perfect for a...
Men’s Health Women’s Health
Don’t Even Try to Self-Diagnose These 5 Ailments
Some ailments may be easily identified using the internet, but here are five that you...
Orthopedics Parenting Pediatrics
Backpacks and Back Pain: 6 Ways to Help Your Kids Get Some Relief
It's that time of year again! Kids are back to school and lugging heavy backpacks...
Orthopedics
Are Flip-Flops Bad for Your Feet?
Flip-flops are the unofficial footwear of summer. But, wearing them nonstop can cause some painful...
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Emergency Services
A Peaceful Presence in the Emergency Department
Learn how PCA II Paige Taylor calms her patients in the Emergency Department at Raritan Bay Medical Center-Perth Amboy.
Cancer Care, Women's Health
Two Surgeries in One
When a large hernia impeded surgery for Darlene Riva’s endometrial cancer, two doctors worked hand in hand to address both problems with one robotic procedure.
Cancer Care, Pediatrics
An Award for a Pediatric Oncology Hero
Child life specialist Lee Russeth goes out of her way to bring hope and smiles to the youngest oncology patients at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital.
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