Health Matters 1/29: Finding Hope in Eating Disorder Recovery
By Robbi Alexander, PhD
Roadblocks are common in life and can cause anyone to feel a sense of hopelessness every now and then.
For individuals living...
HEALTH MATTERS 1/22: Older Adults at Greater Risk for Falls and Fractures
By Linda A. Lucuski, PT, DPT
Did you know that according to the National Institute on Aging, more than 1 in 3 people age 65...
Penn Medicine Princeton Health names new CEO
The University of Pennsylvania Health System has named James Demetriades CEO of Penn Medicine Princeton Health. He will begin his new role on March...
HEALTH MATTERS 1/15: Telehealth Helps Individuals with Mental Health Disorders Stay Connected
By Jody Kashden, Ph.D.
For people living with mental health disorders, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented a unique set of challenges. Not only has the...
Saint Peter’s chief information officer becomes certified
Saint Peter's Healthcare System's Vice President/Chief Information Officer and Chief Medical Information Officer Jordan Tannenbaum, MD, MBA, MPH, PgC Healthcare Informatics, recently became a...
Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute elevating standards for people with amputationsÂ
Margaret Anderson dismissed her sudden and unexpected exhaustion. She was, after all, keeping up with her 4-year-old son while caring for her infant daughter....
HEALTH MATTERS 1/8: Early Detection is Key in Treating Lung Cancer
 By John A. Heim, M.D.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the United States, claiming more...
JFK University Medical Center Foundation appoints executive director
Hackensack Meridian Health appointed Sheri Marino, MA, CCC-SLP, executive director of Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Foundation.
“Sheri brings a wealth of knowledge and notable...
Can cold weather hurt your lower back?
By Dr. Leonard J. Somarriba
Profysio Physical Therapy
As the temperature drops, aches and pains become a frequent occurrence. Without proper warm up and stretching, activities...
Winter Health Tips
By Joseph V. Portale, M.D.
If sales of outdoor heaters and fire pits are any indication, people are planning to spend more time outdoors this...
Tips for managing lower back pain
Did you know that roughly 80% of adults experience lower back pain at some point during their lifetimes?
According to Sagar Parikh, M.D., an interventional...
Saint Peter’s health care workers receive first doses of Moderna vaccine
Saint Peter's University Hospital, a member of Saint Peter's Healthcare System, began administering the long-anticipated Moderna vaccine for COVID-19 on Dec. 22.
Initial vaccinations will...
Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation appoints executive director
Melissa Magyar has joined Hackensack Meridian Health as executive director of Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation.
“Melissa brings an impressive fundraising background to...
RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention receives $3 million to tackle substance use disorderÂ
RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery (IFPR) announced the receipt of $3 million in federal funding via two grants from the Substance Abuse...
Health Matters 12/18: Gynecologic Care For Every Phase of Life
By Christopher A. Naraine, M.D.
From adolescence through menopause and beyond, regular gynecologic care can help keep women healthy throughout their lives.
And as your body...
RWJBarnabas Health facilities recognized with Get With The Guidelines awards for treatment of stroke...
RWJBarnabas Health announced several of its facilities have been recognized by The American Heart Association (AHA)/American Stroke Association for cardiac and stroke care earning...
Saint Peter’s receive ‘A’ for Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Saint Peter's University Hospital, a member of Saint Peter's Healthcare System, received an "A" for the Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade.
A national distinction,...
One-of-a-kind mental health initiative is aiding hospital workers confronted by COVID-19
Hackensack Meridian Health’s “Even Heroes Need to Recharge” employee resilience campaign was launched this year in support of the mental health of its team members...
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