• Program offers low-cost lung cancer screenings for high-risk individuals

    Lung cancer remains as the leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States. According to the National Cancer Institute, smoking is the biggest risk factor for developing the disease. Aiming to promote the early detection of this disease, the Thoracic Oncology Program at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) has partnered with its…

  • Choir to raise voices at Christmas concert

    The Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church Choir will offer its 13th annual Christmas concert, “Celebrating the Nativity of Our Lord in Words and Music,” at 3 p.m. Dec. 15 at the church, 76 Whitehead Ave., South River. Admission is free of charge. Donations to the South River Food Bank are welcome. Refreshments will…

  • Library seeks books for needy children

    The East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, is still accepting donations of new books for the Books to Keep program. There is a special need for picture books for preschoolers. Donations may be dropped off in the Books to Keep box during regular library hours. Monetary donations to support the purchase of books…

  • Alborada to perform Hispanic ‘Nutcracker’

    The Alborada Spanish Dance Co. will present its performance of “El Sueño” (“The Dream”) 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Kelsey Theatre at Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. The production will feature a Hispanic version of “The Nutcracker” in celebration of Three Kings Day. Tickets cost $16 for…

  • Etz Chaim to hold New Year’s Eve party

    Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center will hold a New Year’s Eve murder-mystery party from 9 p.m. to midnight Dec. 31 at the temple. A Chinese buffet and dessert will be served. Patrons can bring their own alcohol, but the temple will supply mixers and a champagne toast. The cost is $20 per person…

  • Self-breast exams and regular mammograms save lives

    By Eumena M. Divino, M.D., FACOG Early detection of breast cancer through routine exams saves potentially thousands of lives each year by improving the chance of a cure.The American Cancer Society (ACS) believes there is enough compelling data to indicate that breast self-exam is effective in helping women stay aware of any changes that may…

  • Assistive listening devices can help improve your quality of life

    By Jennifer J. Adams, Au. D., CCC/A Many people often feel their answer to hearing loss will be solved when they purchase and wear hearing aids.This may not always be the case.A hearing aid purchase and fitting should always be accompanied by the proper counseling for use, care, as well as setting realistic expectations. Recently,…

  • Become a sharper shopper

    I t’s easy to be influenced by the large print claims on packages. “It really takes a savvy consumer to get past the marketing hype and gimmicks,” says Dr. Natalie Digate Muth. With a few steps you can buy more nutritious products. “Look at the ingredient list; how long is it? How many words to…

  • Food myths

    Does the truth match the hype of these touted foods? By Bev Bennett CTW Features With every bite you give yourself a thumbs-up for eating foods designed to boost your nutrition.You’re getting more fiber, more protein, less fat or more vitamins and minerals because you’re eating certain ingredients touted for their health benefits. But before…

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