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pick of the week My Fair Lady
Phoenix Productions will present the hit Broadway musical, “My Fair Lady” for two weekends at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank and one weekend at the Strand Center for the Arts in Lakewood. Performances will begin Sept. 14 and conclude Sept. 29. The Phoenix revival features a cast of 30 performers led by Mandy…
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Brunch supports theological seminary
Twenty-five women from Congregation Ahavat Olam, Howell, attended a garden party brunch at the home of Dr. Burton and Nancy Mayrowetz in Lakewood. The brunch was part of the synagogue Sisterhood’s continuing efforts to support the Jewish Theological Seminary, New York, the institution which trains the conservative movement’s rabbis, cantors and lay leaders. Guest speaker…
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Nutrition for older adults: Eat your way to good health
Good nutrition is important at every stage of life. In fact, as you age, the risks for nutrition-related diseases such as heart disease and osteoporosis increase.Yet for millions of older Americans, maintaining healthful eating habits is a struggle. Many older adults not only eat meals low in nutrients, but skip meals altogether. Poor nutrition can…
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CentraState recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center
CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township, has recently earned international recognition as an Accredited Chest Pain Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers (SCPC) — an organization that assists facilities in improving cardiac care processes. Hospitals that receive the SCPC accreditation have achieved a higher level of expertise in dealing with patients who arrive with…
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Proper, aggressive treatment of concussions is vital for positive outcomes
By Mark R. McLaughlin, M.D., F.A.C.S. Many people think that only athletes who play contact sports get concussions, but it’s important to understand that a concussion can happen to anyone.When a concussion occurs, it must be treated properly so a patient can return to their normal life and avoid long-term problems. A concussion is the…
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When to call in the professionals
Some families prefer to work on their own, with recommendations from health experts. Others benefit from structured diabetes prevention programs. However, if your child’s blood sugar isn’t under control and you see that lifestyle changes are happening very slowly, it’s time to get experts involved, says Kerri Boutelle, Ph.D, expert in weight loss programs for…
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The rise (and fall?) of the insulin crowd
The number of kids and teenagers with type 2 diabetes is growing rapidly, with no apparent end in sight. Can anything be done to stop it? Yes, say experts, and keeping a child healthy and diabetes-free should be a family affair. By Bev Bennett CTW Features Once rarely seen before mid-life, more children and teens…
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Officials update residents on infrastructure projects
HOWELL — The Engineering Division of the Department of Community Development and Land Use has released a status report of ongoing projects. Among the projects nearing completion in Howell is the resurfacing of Aldrich Road West. Officials reported that sidewalk and curb ramp improvements have already been made. Aldrich Road East is scheduled to be…
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datebook
Crafters are needed for the annual craft and vendor fair to be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 18 at Four Seasons at South Knolls, Jackson. For a table or additional information, write to Four Seasons South Knolls Women’s Club, 68 Huntington Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527.
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