Press Releases
By NADIA HERCULES
August 13, 2024
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Performance Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine, a leading provider of orthopedic care in Somerset County, NJ, today announced its rebranding to Performance Ortho. This strategic shift reflects the organization's unwavering commitment to a comprehensive and integrated ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Cancer programs at several RWJBarnabas Health facilities, in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, were recently granted Three-Year Accreditation from the American College of Surgeons ...
New Jersey American Water is replacing all lead and galvanized steel water service lines and is asking customers to help by identifying their service line material today. You can get started here. If your home was built in the 1970s or earlier, there is a good chance that you have a lead service ...
CAMDEN, NJ – As the region prepares for the pending heavy rainstorms forecast this week and into the weekend, New Jersey American Water has initiated readiness efforts to mitigate potential impacts to its water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations. Extra preparation efforts are ...
CAMDEN, NJ – New Jersey American Water is seeking applications for its newly created Diverse Supplier Development Program, which provides diverse suppliers with the knowledge and skills to compete for business from a wide variety of companies, including New Jersey American Water. Applications for ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ, – RWJBarnabas Health is celebrating National You Only Live Once Day by sharing stories of patients who have been able to get back to doing what they enjoy following joint replacement or spine surgery, from golfing and swimming to dancing and gardening. The stories will be shared ...
Senator Andrew Zwicker, Assemblyman Roy Freiman, and Assemblywoman Mitchelle Drulis are pleased to announce that, through a collaborative effort between the legislative offices and the New Jersey Department of Transportation, work on the crucial Route 206 infrastructure project has immediately ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ - Community Medical Center (CMC), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, was one of 39 national hospitals recently recognized by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) for notable achievement in emergency care for stroke treatment. The Toms River hospital was included in the ...
ELIZABETH, NJ – RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, along with Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, have named Gerardo Capo, MD, as the Medical Director of Trinitas ...
SERV Behavioral Health System, Inc., an award-winning not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization celebrating its 50th anniversary of service to New Jerseyans, will sponsor its 32nd Annual Volley for SERV fundraiser on Thursday, July 25, at Cobblestone Creek Country Club in Lawrenceville, ...
West Orange, NJ, July 8, 2024 — RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, has appointed Dr. Fernando (Ferd) Ferrer, MD, FACS, FAAP as Chief Pediatric Officer for RWJBarnabas Health effective immediately. In his new role, Dr. Ferrer will serve as ...
NEWARK, NJ - RWJBarnabas Health has announced that it was awarded a grant from the New Jersey Food Security Initiative (NJFSI) to support a first-of-its-kind program in New Jersey to embed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Navigators in each of the system’s 12 acute care hospitals.
WEST ORANGE, NJ - With the summer here, RWJBarnabas Health is hosting several blood drives throughout July and August across its healthcare facilities to help reduce shortages already experienced at many of our facilities. Life-saving blood and platelet donations are given to patients in a wide ...
West Orange, NJ, July 1, 2024 – One outstanding mental health program and three dedicated health care team members from RWJBarnabas Health were recognized by NJBIZ as 2024 Healthcare Heroes, and were honored at a formal event on June 25 at The Palace at Somerset Park. The esteemed NJBIZ ...
Maternal health is a complex issue with serious consequences, and the United States has a particularly high maternal mortality rate, which reached its 50-year high in 2021. But a new approach is emerging that uses artistic expression to address mental health challenges and promote emotional ...
BELLEVILLE, NJ — Clara Maass Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, has appointed Jordan A. Solop, MBA, FACHE as Chief Operating Officer for Clara Maass Medical Center effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Solop will be responsible for operational leadership, direction and vision to ...
With the arrival of summer, families are flocking outside to enjoy swimming and sunshine. Summer activities can bring risks, and it is important to be mindful of common-sense safety measures. By being prepared and planning ahead, families can enjoy summertime activities like beach visits, ...
There’s no better time than summer to beat the heat in your favorite body of water—be it at the local swimming pool or the Jersey Shore. Before even putting a toe in the water, it’s important to be aware of the risks of drowning. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children under four, ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Bolstered by $6.3 million raised in donations, the Rutgers Board of Governors has approved the establishment of the William Hait Endowed Directorship at Rutgers Cancer Institute. Moving forward, the director of Rutgers Cancer Institute will be known as the William Hait ...
With the official start of summer on June 20, bringing warmer temperatures and higher humidity, it’s crucial to understand the impact of heat on heart health. Heat waves are associated with an increase in hospitalizations and deaths from heart-related causes. According to the American Heart ...
As summer temperatures rise to the triple digits, so does the challenge of maintaining safe exercise routines. Dr. Jeffrey S. Lander, a board-certified cardiologist with RWJBarnabas Health who specializes in sports cardiology, emphasizes the importance of understanding how heat affects the heart ...
For a few years now, I have served as an assistant professor of music in the arts and design department at Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) in Branchburg, New Jersey, on a tenure track, working towards earning a permanent position on the faculty. I also serve as the artistic director of the ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The Hillsborough YMCA, a branch of Greater Somerset County YMCA, hosted its annual Hillsborough HOP 5K Walk & Run on Saturday, June 1, 2024. The event brought the community together for a spirited and inclusive gathering, featuring both competitive runners and enthusiastic ...
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WEST ORANGE, NJ - RWJBarnabas Health has launched its 2024-2025 Community Health Needs Assessment survey in collaboration with itshealth coalition partners (Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset), St. Peter’s University Hospital, Capital Health, Lawrence Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, local health ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – RWJBarnabas Health recognizes the unique needs of the LGBTQ+ community and takes pride in being New Jersey’s leader in providing comprehensive services and care for LGBTQ+individuals. The system leads the way in New Jersey in providing healthcare services for the LGBTQ+ ...
Women’s health is frequently undermined by misinformation and myths, particularly those propagated on social media. In a landscape where misleading narratives can easily misguide, it’s crucial to find reliable information. Health experts are actively providing trustworthy resources and platforms ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – Recently, Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH), a part of the Children’s Health network at RWJBarnabas Health, unveiled Rocco’s Room within its New Brunswick inpatient hospital. The room, which resembles a nursery, will serve as an individualized learning space for caregivers ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, has appointed Amy Cotton, DNP, APRN, CPHQ, FAAN as Senior Vice President, Quality and Safety. In this role, Cotton will be responsible for the oversight of the quality and safety ...