Tag: Old Bridge
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Institute for Weight Loss attains renewed national accreditation
The Institute for Weight Loss at Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center-Old Bridge was recently re-accredited as a Comprehensive Bariatric Center under the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). The institute provides individualized medical and surgical solutions and ongoing support for individuals seeking weight loss, including nutrition and lifestyle counseling. Typically, patients…
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Paraprofessionals in Old Bridge schools may be outsourced due to reduction in state aid
OLD BRIDGE – School officials are weighing the option of privatizing and outsourcing paraprofessional services as they continue to reel from the sudden reduction in state aid. Emotions ran high at a Board of Education meeting on Feb. 19 as school staff, paraprofessionals and parents voiced their concerns on privatizing paraprofessionals, who they say have…
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Reformed Church Home caregiver recognized for excellence in nursing
OLD BRIDGE – Sally Kabineh, a licensed practical nurse at Reformed Church Home (RCH), has received the Excellence in Direct Care Award for 2018 from LeadingAge NJ, the statewide association for not-for-profit senior living communities. The award recognizes frontline professionals for competency in nursing abilities, dedication to resident quality of life, compassion, and dignity for the…
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Reader: OBMUA chairman lacks professionalism
All those in attendance at the Old Bridge Municipal Utilities Authority reorganization meeting on Feb. 6 got to witness firsthand the disgraceful, ineptness of their newly elected chair, John E. Murphy III. It is not only bad enough that Murphy is a prior employee of the authority, and he has a son and a brother…
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Leg pain? It might be sciatica
By Sripad Dhawlikar, M.D. Sciatica, also called lumbar radiculopathy, is a pain that originates along your sciatic nerve. This main nerve in your leg extends from the back of your pelvis down the back of your thigh, and is the largest nerve in your entire body. Sciatica is typically caused by a herniated (or bulging) disk in…
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Breastfeeding is best for baby and mom
By Neeti Misra, M.D., FACOG Breast milk is the perfect food for your baby. For the first six months of your baby’s life, breast milk will be the only food that contains the perfect amount of nutrients while being gentle on your baby’s developing digestive system. Babies under six months should feed exclusively on breast milk,…
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Panelists discuss issues facing the transgender community
OLD BRIDGE — Seventeen-year-old Anthony Mazakas identifies as transmasculine, a person who was born female, but identifies with masculinity. His journey started when he was 14 years old and it is still evolving. “I had a boyfriend at the time, and for myself, I became increasingly jealous of his presence, his Adam’s apple and his…
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Workout for a fit mind and body
By Dr. Ira Shapiro Director, Plaza Chiropractic Center Old Bridge Exercise is a stimulant. The physical benefits are well known. At least 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week will reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even some forms of cancer, while strengthening bones and muscles. A recent study by The Journal of…
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Friends remember former Old Bridge mayor, freeholder Art Haney
OLD BRIDGE — For those who knew Art Haney, who passed away last week, his passion for Old Bridge was undeniable. “Art was and continued to be involved in many aspects of local politics and was highly respected for his accomplishments and leadership,” Mayor Owen Henry said. Henry said he was “shocked and saddened” by…