Press Releases
By ELIZABETH BRENNAN - RWJ COMMUNICATIONS
October 16, 2024
Long Branch and Tinton Falls, N.J.– October 15, 2024 –Monmouth Medical Center (MMC), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, raised the final beam at the Specialty and Cancer Care Pavilion at the Vogel Medical Campus on October 8, marking a significant milestone in the system’s commitment to bring care ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, is among the first in the region to offer Leqembi to patients diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer’s Disease. Approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2023, Leqembi is a ...
RWJBarnabas Health Medical leadership and the team along with local government officials recently celebrated their new location in Union City during a ribbon-cutting event. Formerly Sanitas Medical Center of NJ, RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group now assumes its three locations in Belleville, ...
Halloween can be a magical time for children. With creative costumes, spooky soundtracks, and dramatic decorations, the annual Fall holiday is a wonderland for many young imaginations. But for those with sensory processing disorder or on the autism spectrum, especially those who experience hyper or ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — RWJBarnabas Health has deployed two new, minimally invasive technologies to aid neurosurgeons treating patients with epilepsy, movement disorders and other neurological conditions. The ClearPoint Navigation System and ROSA ONE® Brain system enhance the precision and efficacy of ...
World Stroke Day is celebrated globally on Oct. 29. This year the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is highlighting the importance of acting F.A.S.T. and stroke prevention.Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, globally about one in four adults ...
Shiv’s Third Eye, a non-profit organization in New Jersey, is calling all young creative minds and compassionate hearts from across the state to participate in the 2024 “MindSpeak” Youth Mental Health Awareness Essay Competition, which offers young changemakers in middle school (Grades 6-8) and ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Numerous RWJBarnabas Health facilities were named among the nation’s Best Children’s Hospitals for 2024 – 2025 by U.S. News & World Report. A health system-wide ranking of #35 (tie) nationally for urology is inclusive of The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital at Robert ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – As the 2024 General Election on November 5 approaches, Middlesex County officials are assuring residents that stringent measures are in place to ensure the security, integrity, and accessibility of voting. A coordinated effort involving the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s ...
New Jersey - Governor Phil Murphy today signed into law Senator Patrick Diegnan’s bill designed to improve accessible transportation services for individuals with disabilities and mobility.The new law permits rideshare companies to provide paratransit services for New Jersey residents through a ...
NEW JERSEY - Under a state law Senator Patrick Diegnan sponsored, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has awarded $15 million in grants for the local purchase of 48 electric school buses and accompanying charging infrastructure.Governor Phil Murphy, who signed Diegnan’s bill ...
NEW JERSEY - Common shoulder injuries can disrupt everyday activities, often causing pain and limiting mobility. Amish A. Naik, MD, PhD, an orthopedic surgeon with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group who specializes in the treatment of the hand and upper extremities, emphasizes the importance of early ...
Every year, the National Alliance on Mental Illness of New Jersey (NAMI NJ) unites hundreds across the state to raise mental health awareness and funds through NAMIWalks NJ. NAMI NJ is part of the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for millions ...
Throughout the month of October, the Arts Institute of Middlesex County is presenting an array of arts and culture events, offering diverse performances, exhibits, and programs for the community to enjoy.October’s event highlights include:Middlesex County 4-H Haunted House and Hayride: The ...
Senator Patrick Diegnan’s legislation to improve accessible transportation services for individuals with disabilities and mobility issues is headed to Governor Phil Murphy’s desk to be signed into law.The legislation permits rideshare companies to provide paratransit services for New Jersey ...
The Senate Transportation Committee today unanimously released legislation designed to educate the public about New Jersey’s Safe Passing Law.The bi-partisan bill, which Senators Latham Tiver (R-Atlantic/Burlington) and Patrick Diegnan (D-Middlesex) sponsored, requires the Commissioner of ...
NEW JERSEY- National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from mid-September to mid-October, honors Hispanic Americans' rich history, culture, and contributions to the United States. It’s a time for reflection, recognition, and celebration of Hispanic individuals' impact across all ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - This October, join your neighbors for Middlesex County’s Plays-in-the-Park for a production of James and the Giant Peach, a children’s musical based on Roald Dahl’s classic book. Young James discovers a magic potion that grows a gigantic peach, leading to an adventure with a ...
A joint resolution designating the third Sunday of November of each year as “World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims” in New Jersey is heading to Governor Phil Murphy’s desk to be signed into law.Senator Patrick Diegnan and Assemblyman Robert Karabinchak sponsored the resolution, which is ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ—On Wednesday, September 25, Middlesex County hosted and welcomed Choose New Jersey and economic development officials from various counties at the legendary, State Theatre New Jersey to explore how arts and culture drive economic growth and transform communities. The event ...
New Jersey Orators, Inc 2024 Roundtable Discussion“Civil Rights: Past & Present“New Jersey Orators' middle and high school students will participate in Roundtable Discussions at tables led by community experts referring to similarities of past and current Civil Rights occurrences that affect ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Four RWJBarnabas Health facilities have achieved the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke GoldPlus quality achievement award for their commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, ...
EDISON, NJ — Middlesex College student Alexandra Badaway, from North Brunswick, is one of 210 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society members named a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar, and will receive a $1,000 scholarship.The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program helps new Phi ...
Alexandra Badaway from Middlesex College is one of 210 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society members named a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program helps new Phi Theta Kappa members defray educational ...
PRAB (Puerto Rican Action Board), a comprehensive human services organization incorporated in 1971 with headquarters in East Brunswick, Middlesex County, New Jersey, announced that it will hold its Staying Alive Dance Fundraiser. Over 200 guests will gather at this dynamic event, which will combine ...
WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY - RWJBarnabas Health and the New Jersey Devils are teaming up for the 8th Annual RWJBarnabas Health Running with the Devils 5K Run & Walk while offering both live and virtual formats in 2024. The live 5K Run & Wellness Walk will take place on Sunday, November 3rd at ...
NEWARK, NJ - Treating painful, chronic medical conditions requires a comprehensive approach to pain management. The RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH) Institute for Prevention and Recovery (IFPR) is excited to announce its Emergency Department Alternatives to Opioids (ED-ALT) program at Newark Beth Israel ...
The St. Joseph Metuchen Football team is holding a Car Raffle Fundraiser. A brand new 2025 Chevy Trax Activ Edition is up for grabs, provided by Malouf Chevrolet. The Chevrolet Trax was given a 10/10 by Car and Driver Magazine for 2024 best crossover SUVs. Don't worry about the color of the car ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, the Middlesex County Office of Parks and Recreation invites residents to embrace the beauty of autumn by joining their fall 2024 volunteer events. Whether individuals want to give back to nature or enjoy the outdoors, there’s a ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ— RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey has appointed Dwight McBee, MBA, BSN, RN, CPXP as Chief Patient Experience Officer. In this new role, Mr. McBee will be responsible for the advancement and integration of patient ...