Tag: Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
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Monmouth Junction resident proves blood donations are important for survival
When Monmouth Junction resident Ruth Ann Burns was diagnosed with acute myeloblastic leukemia (AML), she didn’t have any symptoms. The 77-year-old recalls asking, “How could this happen?” Leading up to her diagnosis, Burns’s primary care doctor noticed her white blood cell count going up and recommended monitoring it. When there was no change, Burns was…
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Softball tournament proceeds benefit pancreatic cancer research at Rutgers Cancer Institute
Middlesex County’s yearly Pancreatic Cancer Co-Ed Softball Tournament raised another $1,000 for pancreatic cancer research. The event was hosted by the Middlesex County Office of Parks and Recreation, along with the Board of County Commissioners, on Sept. 18 at Thomas Edison Park in Edison, to increase community awareness about the disease and raise funds to…
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RWJBarnabas Health, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey break ground on Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center
State’s first freestanding cancer hospital expected to be completed by 2024 NEW BRUNSWICK – RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, in partnership with the New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO), broke ground on the state’s first freestanding cancer hospital. At the ceremony on June…
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Learn how diet and exercise can reduce cancer risk
The North Brunswick Public Library and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey nutrition experts Evelyn Fuertes and Michelle Jansen will discuss how to reduce cancer risk through healthy eating and physical activity through a virtual workshop at 6 p.m. May 12. In addition, enjoy a virtual cooking demo by America’s Grow-a-Row Executive Chef Shauna Alvarez.…
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Middlesex College unveils rebranding effort
In efforts to spread the word of what all Middlesex College has to offer and help dispel the stigma of attending a community college, the college, in partnership with Middlesex County, officially unveiled its rebranding effort on March 23. Middlesex College, formerly Middlesex County College, announced its name change and move to rebrand earlier this…
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Health Matters 10/23: Early Breast Cancer Diagnosis Saves Lives
By Rachel P. Dultz, M.D., F.A.C.S. During their lifetime, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, according to the American Cancer Society, and 1 in 39 will die from the disease. However, most women can survive breast cancer if it is found and treated early. In fact, there are more than…
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Series of cancer workshops sponsored by North Brunswick Library, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
The North Brunswick Public Library and Rutgers Cancer Institute of NJ announce “Take Back Your Health Tuesdays” virtual program sessions beginning Sept. 15. Join experts from RCINJ for informative and interactive online programs, where you’ll learn how to reduce your risk from certain cancers, how nutrition and lifestyle choices can protect you and your family…
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Surgery milestone reached for Rutgers Cancer Institute urologic oncology leader
Marking a major milestone in what has become a standard of care in prostate cancer surgery, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey Urologic Oncology Chief Isaac Yi Kim, MD, PhD, has completed his 2,000th robotic prostatectomy at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, and one of the few hospitals in…
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East Brunswick Library will hold cancer programs starting in August
The East Brunswick Public Library and the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (RCINJ) will team up this for two informative programs on cancer. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, both programs will be held online. The first, “Nutrition for Colorectal Health and Cancer Prevention,” will be held at noon on Aug. 13. RCINJ community…