Tag: Health & FItness
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Balance problems can lead to falls – there is a solution
By Jessica Deak, PT, DPT Did you know that 1 in 4 adults aged 65 and over fall each year? In fact, falls are the second leading cause of accidental or unintentional deaths worldwide. Do not let yourself or your loved ones become part of this statistic. Have you noticed that you or your loved…
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New scar tissue treatment
In those suffering from painful muscles, joints and ligaments, scar tissue and adhesions have been found to be a major culprit. With acute and chronic injuries, scar tissue is formed by the body to help the healing process. Unfortunately, that scar tissue can disrupt the function of an injured body part and can be a…
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Improve your kissability for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, many people are planning for their upcoming romantic dates. At Dental Cosmetic Center, we are celebrating all month by helping our patients improve their smile and increase their kissability for Valentine’s Day. In the spirit of romance, here are three ways to make yourself more kissable and an…
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Raritan Bay Medical Center-Old Bridge to hold support groups, Angioscreen
Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center-Old Bridge will hold a “Cholesterol: Know Your Numbers” seminar from 11 a.m. to noon on Feb. 5 in Medical Arts Building, 3 Hospital Plaza, Old Bridge, in Auxiliary Room B. Learn about good and bad cholesterol, risk factors, what the numbers mean and how you can better manage your cholesterol. Registration required;…
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New treatment shows promise for Achilles tendonitis and other chronic tendon injuries
During recent years, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has grown in popularity for treating chronic tendon problems. Many famous athletes have turned to this treatment so that they can return more quickly to competition. Our blood is mainly a liquid called plasma. It also contains red cells, white cells and platelets. The platelets, known for their importance…
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Hackensack Meridian Health appoints regional president of Central Market
Hackensack Meridian Health appointed M. Todd Way as regional president of the Central Market. Way will lead five hospitals in the Central Market – JFK Medical Center in Edison, Raritan Bay Medical Center-Perth Amboy, Raritan Bay Medical Center-Old Bridge, Bayshore Medical Center in Holmdel and Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank. “I’m excited to welcome…
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Raritan Bay Medical Center names chief medical officer
Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center appointed Louis Brusco, Jr., MD, FCCM, CPE, as chief medical officer for both Raritan Bay Medical Center-Old Bridge and Raritan Bay Medical Center-Perth Amboy. Prior to joining Raritan Bay Medical Center, Brusco served as chief medical officer at Atlantic Health System’s Morristown Medical Center, where he created quality…
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Saint Peter’s Healthcare System offers Prevent T2 program for prediabetics
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System offers a free, year-long program that teaches improved nutrition, increased exercise, stress management and weight loss to prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes. The Prevent T2 program is open to anyone 18 years or older diagnosed with prediabetes or with a history of gestational diabetes. Taught by registered…
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Saint Peter’s University Hospital awarded perinatal care accreditation from The Joint Commission
Saint Peter’s University Hospital, a member of Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Perinatal Care by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards in maternal-fetal medicine. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects the organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care for…
