Press Releases
By RWJBARNABAS HEALTH
November 25, 2025
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and RWJBarnabas Health, in tandem with its Children’s Specialized Hospital and team of pediatric endocrinologists, is helping children with Type 1 or 2 diabetes and their families understand, manage, and live with this chronic condition that affects 352,000 ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ - Greater Somerset County YMCA is proud to announce that its Diabetes Prevention Program has earned CDC Full Plus Recognition for the second consecutive year, a distinction reserved for programs that meet rigorous quality and retention standards.Program Highlights per CDC ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Submissions are being welcomed by the Hillsborough Democratic Organization from those interested in being a candidate for the upcoming 2026 Hillsborough Township Committee elections. “Hillsborough is a rapidly growing community that has faced many challenges over the years and ...
Achieving a Leapfrog A for the 9th consecutive time underscores RWJUH Rahway's commitment as a High Reliability Organization (HRO).Through the concerted effort of RWJUH Rahway's physicians, nurses, staff, volunteers and leadership, patients and families benefit from the highest level of quality ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, has elevated its nationally recognized orthopedic services with the addition of robotic surgery for total hip and total knee replacement surgery, helping to enhance surgical precision, ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, has been recognized as one of four 2025 Business of the Yearfinalists by NJBIZ, in the category of Nonprofit Business of the Year (100+ employees). NJBIZ Business of the Year Awards ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, unveiled its new Helistop on Thursday, November 13. “Our system is home to the largest and oldest mobile health operation,” said Mark E. Manigan, President and Chief Executive Officer ...
On November 20, Great American Smokeout Day, millions of Americans will take the first step in their nicotine and tobacco quit journey. Are you thinking of quitting smoking or vaping? Before you stop smoking or vaping, take the time and make a plan. “On average, most individuals will attempt to ...
Lorraine Ricciardi’s decision to attend a stroke education event in her community ended up being one of the most important ones she ever made. Just five months later, what she and her husband learned from RWJBarnabas Health’s Stroke Team from Community Medical Center (CMC) saved her life. For the ...
On Sunday, November 23, volunteers will host the 58th annual free Thanksgiving dinner at PeopleCare Center for Nonprofits (120 Finderne Ave, Bridgewater) from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Families and individuals in need are invited to enjoy a sit-down meal at no cost. Vegetarian options will be ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits, awarded RWJBarnabas Health’s twelve hospitals high marks for patient safety in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades. The system continues to demonstrate strong ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ —The Pediatric Celiac Disease Center at RWJBarnabas Health announced it has been recognized by the Society for the Study of Celiac Disease (SSCD) through its Celiac Disease Unit Recognition Program for its commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to children with ...
NEW JERSEY - 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 2025 “MindSpeak” Youth Mental Health Awareness Essay Competition which offers young changemakers in middle school (Grades ...
Researchers from Rutgers Cancer Institute, New Jersey’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI) - designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and RWJBarnabas Health, along with colleagues from the National Cancer Institute, a center of the National Institutes of Health, announced findings from two ...
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) and Monmouth Medical Center, both RWJBarnabas Health facilities, have been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America's Best-in-State Hospitals 2026. In New Jersey, RWJUH ranked third and Monmouth Medical Center ranked ninth. This prestigious award is ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - The 9th Annual RWJBarnabas Health Running with the Devils 5K Run & Walk, hosted on Sunday, Nov. 2nd at the South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange, enjoyed record-setting numbers as more than 2,600 people ran, walked, skated and participated virtually. More than ...
embrella has partnered with the New Jersey Police Benevolent Association (P.B.A.) and the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal to spread holiday cheer to children, youth, and families involved with foster care throughout New Jersey.In early December, thousands of toys will arrive at the Princeton ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Invited guests were recently treated to a special experience when Joy Bauer, Nutrition and Health Expert on NBC’s Today Show, led the inaugural cooking demonstration, officially marking the opening of the state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen at the Jack & Sheryl Morris ...
Halloween should be a night of fun, imagination, and community. But for many children — especially those with sensory challenges or developmental differences — the typical tricks and treats can become overwhelming. With a bit of planning and awareness, we can transform Halloween into a more ...
Energy drinks have gained popularity over the years, with new brands and seasonal flavors being introduced all the time. Despite their popularity, energy drinks are not recommended as part of a healthy diet.“We are overwhelmed with beverage options at grocery and convenience stores, making it ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - RWJBarnabas Health has opened a new orthopedic physician practice in Bergen County, staffed by three orthopedic surgeons from RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. The new office, located in River Edge, offers patients in northern New Jersey greater access to world-class orthopedic ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – A 63-year-old woman from North Bergen is the first New Jersey resident—and one of the first in the nation—to receive and use the first FDA-cleared cuffless blood pressure patch as part of a pilot program aimed at transforming healthcare access and delivery in underserved ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – A 63-year-old woman from North Bergen is the first New Jersey resident—and one of the first in the nation—to receive and use the first FDA-cleared cuffless blood pressure patch as part of a pilot program aimed at transforming healthcare access and delivery in underserved ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ – In another attempt to distract from rising property taxes, municipal debt, and legal fees, the Hillsborough Township Committee has once again chosen identity politics over real work to make the Township more affordable. At last night’s meeting, the Republican-led committee ...
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ - As part of its ongoing commitment to advancing community health and inclusive recreation, RWJBarnabas Health proudly served as the title sponsor of the inaugural Every Kick Counts FootGolf fundraiser, hosted by New Jersey Youth Soccer on Friday, July 11th at Bel-Aire Golf Course ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Opportunity Project’s 17th Annual Golf Classic at the Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park raised over $306,000 – the highest total in the event’s history. Proceeds from the Sept, 15 event will help fund New Jersey’s first and only free-standing Clubhouse – a place where people who ...
OCEANPORT, NJ – RWJBarnabas Health cut the ribbon on a major expansion of one of the nation’s oldest and New Jersey’s longest-operating nursing school as part of its continuing commitment to excellence in nursing education and to educating and empowering the next generation of compassionate, ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH), a part of the Children’s Health network at RWJBarnabas Health, has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of the World’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2026 in the field of Pediatrics for the fifth year in a row. This prestigious award is presented ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Hussein Syed, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for RWJBarnabas Health, was honored by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of just 53 hospital and health system CISOs and chief privacy officers to know, recognized for his dedication to optimizing health care through ...
Award-winning Actor, Comedian, and Filmmaker Danny DeVito will return as host of the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony on November 21, 2025, at The Rink @ The Arena at American Dream in East Rutherford. NJHOF will celebrate its newest class of Jersey legends just steps ...