Tag: Health & FItness
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Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute elevating standards for people with amputations
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. So, she asked her husband, Eric, to put the children to bed and she dragged herself to the living room couch. The next morning, she awoke to find alarming black splotches…
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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 lives than colon, prostate, ovarian, and breast cancer combined, according the American Cancer Society. And while there are several risk factors for lung cancer, the vast majority of lung cancer…
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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 fundraising experience to her new role at JFK University Medical Center Foundation,” Joyce P. Hendricks, chief development officer, network philanthropy, Hackensack Meridian Health, said in a prepared statement. “I am…
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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 like snow shoveling and even prolonged standing can trigger low back pain, knee pain and other injuries. It is important to remember that blood flow to muscles and joints…
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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 winter than in winters past. And while outdoor activities can help limit exposure to the coronavirus, freezing temperatures along with snowy, icy conditions bring their own set of hazards. However,…
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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 pain medicine specialist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, common causes of back pain include: Lower back strain Arthritis Degenerative disc disease Improper spine alignment and stability Herniated disc Radiculopathy or…
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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 changes, the care you need does too. The Adolescent Years When it comes to women’s health, the adolescent years are typically marked by two significant firsts – your first…
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RWJBarnabas Health facilities recognized with Get With The Guidelines awards for treatment of stroke and heart failure patients
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 a spot on the 2020 Get With The Guidelines awards list in the stroke, heart failure and resuscitation categories. The awards recognize each hospitals’ commitment to ensuring stroke and heart…
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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 and their families as they cope with the anxiety, grief, fear, and uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 virus. The program is unique among New Jersey hospitals and within the Northeast for its…
