• Rutgers CINJ research shows gene removal may aid melanoma treatment

    Nearly 10,000 deaths from melanoma — the deadliest of all skin cancers — occurred in the U.S. last year, according to the National Cancer Institute.And while treatment advances have been made in fighting melanoma, a majority of these patients will die from their disease. In an aim to build upon these advances, investigators at Rutgers…

  • What is your testosterone IQ?

    By Dr. Reema Patel Testosterone is a hormone found in humans. It is secreted primarily by the testes of males and to a lesser extent the ovaries of a female. It is associated with sex drive, and it plays a vital role in sperm production. It also affects bone strength and muscle mass, the way…

  • Understanding low back and neck pain: What you can do about it

    By Dr. Terrance T. Winn Lower back pain is a universal human experience.Almost everyone has it at some point. The lower back, which starts below the ribcage, is called the lumbar region. It can be severe and is one of the major causes of missed work days. Fortunately, lower back pain sometimes gets better over…

  • Foods to supplement men’s workouts

    Diet and exercise go hand-in-hand for adults looking to reduce their risk for heart disease and cancer. A great workout routine is made even better by a healthy diet, and a healthy diet is even more effective when paired with an active lifestyle.While that’s certainly not revelatory, men and women might be surprised to learn…

  • CentraState hosts free annual eye screening

    The Novo Nordisk Diabetes Center at CentraState Medical Center, in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, “Project Best,” and New Jersey Department of Health, is offering a free, annual eye screening on June 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at CentraState’s Donna O’Donnell, R.N., Medical…

  • Recognizing the signs and symptoms of prostate cancer

    Prostate cancer is a deadly disease that forms in the tissues of the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system that is found below the bladder and in front of the rectum.According to the Canadian Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian men (excluding nonmelanoma skin cancers), while the National…

  • Immaculate Conception Carnival to benefit Nichols foundation

    By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer The Immaculate Conception Carnival will feature Mikey Night in support of Mike Nichols during the five-night fundraiser for the Catholic school. Seventeen months ago, Mike sustained an injury to the C5 vertebra in his neck during a hockey game against Vernon High School. He has since returned to his…

  • Walking tour of public, private gardens set for this weekend

    This garden at a Main Street residence will be one of the 39 public and private gardens included in this year’s Keyport GardenWalk. The self-guided walking and biking tour takes place June 6-7. COURTESY OF KEYPORT GARDENWALK This year’s Keyport GardenWalk will take place 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-7 throughout historic Keyport. Gardening presentations will…

  • Seniors group sets meeting, barbecue

    The Our Lady of Victories (OLV) Senior Group will host its next gathering at 1 p.m. June 12 in the church’s Monsignor Dalton Hall, Main Street, Sayreville. After a short business meeting, members will be treated to a barbecue picnic. Entertainment will be provided. Members are asked to bring a nonperishable food donation for the…

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