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BUSINESS BRIEFS
Investors Bank will hold Family Day 11 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27 at its newest location, 1500 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick. There will be children’s activities, face painting and refreshments. There will be a drawing to win money and prizes. Receive a free gift if an account is opened. For more information, contact Branch Manager Syed…
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Local doctor honored for providing health screenings to the uninsured
Dr. Tushar Patel SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Dr. Tushar B. Patel has been honored for offering volunteer medical services to the community over the past 15 years. The South Brunswick resident received the New Jersey State Governor’s Jefferson Award for Public Service, presented by PNC Bank, on June 8 at the Newark Museum. He was awarded…
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Choosing an OB/GYN
What you should know about … Although choosing an OB/GYN may seem like a daunting task, it doesn’t have to be. Asking for recommendations from family and friends, visiting the doctor’s office and calling patient-referral hotlines at area hospitals are just a few ways you can make a decision on which OB/GYN is right for…
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Determining if you need cataract surgery
What you should know about … Dr. Robert Scharfman of Atlantic Medical Eye Care What is a cataract? The lens of the eye is normally a clear, transparent structure that is located just behind your pupil. Every eye has a lens, just like every camera has a lens. The lens of the eye focuses incoming…
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Choosing an assisted living community
What you should know about … Assisted living residents enjoy mimosas in the garden at Reformed Church Home. When considering an assisted living community for a family member or friend, it is vital that you spend considerable time researching the services available at several facilities to make an informed decision. It is worth the time…
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Choosing a chiropractor
What you should know about … Dr. Ira Shapiro of Plaza Chiropractic Center poses with figure skater Michelle Kwan. What is a chiropractor? Chiropractors are well-trained doctors specializing in the structure and function of the spine and joints of the body. Chiropractors receive a doctor of chiropractic degree and their training involves intensive studies of…
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Choosing a podiatrist
What you should know about … Dr. Jason Grossman and his office staff A podiatrist, D.P.M., doctor of podiatric medicine, is the only health care professional whose total training focuses on the foot, ankle and related body systems. As a specialist in foot care, the podiatrist receives extensive training in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention…
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Choosing custom-built cabinets
What you should know about … The biggest myth about custom built cabinets and cabinetry is, well, who can afford them? Though pricing can go from affordable to astronomical, anyone looking for custom built cabinets can get what they want without busting the bank. Kitchen cabinets, living room bookcases, a bath vanity: whatever the use,…
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Choosing outdoor furniture
What you should know about … Choosing outdoor furniture today can be an overwhelming yet exciting project. There are many products to choose from, including teak, cast aluminum, extruded aluminum, wrought iron, resin, and outdoor wicker. Here are some helpful tips: • Know the size of the areas you would like to furnish and give…
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