Stafford Wins Healthy Town Designation Again In Statewide Mayors Wellness Campaign

Stafford was recognized for a third straight year, with officials citing outreach, wellness programs and access efforts.

A Passion for Prevention: Chandani Patel, M.D. of Waretown NJ

A local doctor's journey from a Nicaraguan clinic to your neighborhood highlights the power of preventive care.

Sick, Dead Bird Reports Prompt Warning In Southern Ocean

Little Egg Harbor and surrounding towns are receiving reports of sick and dead birds, with the H5N1 virus identified as highly contagious.

Little Egg Harbor Doc: 23 Years of Treating Families.

Primary Care doctor understands the importance of preventative medicine, but also enjoys creating relationships with each of his patients.

Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Barnegat

Start the year feeling stronger & more balanced with a look at local spots offering everything from energizing workouts to calming escapes.

Prostate Cancer is Becoming More Common: What Every Man Should Know

Prostate cancer rates are rising, with a concerning increase in advanced-stage diagnoses. Learn what you can do to catch it early.

Serving Safety This Season

Food safety and holiday tips you need to know

A Fall Saved This 9/11 Survivor's Life

An accidental fall revealed a hidden cancer caused by toxic dust exposure at Ground Zero nearly 25 years earlier.

Optum Closing Offices, Including In Manahawkin: See Where

Optum, a UnitedHealth company, plans to lay off 572 NJ workers through February, with many medical practices closing after this month.

Drop Pounds, Drop Your Blood Pressure

Dr. Jonathan Reich explains the "phenomenal" way weight loss can lower your blood pressure by tackling the root cause, not just the symptoms

"He Saved My Life": One Mom's Transformation

Fearing she'd be next after a family tragedy, Lisa took control. See how a life-saving surgery helped her lose 107 lbs & reclaim her future.

A Grandmother's Hunch, A Glowing Cancer

A revolutionary technology gave surgeons a glowing guide to remove a rare cancer, helping one woman get back to her life and family.

New Breath, New Life: Kathy's Airway Triumph

Misdiagnosed for years, Kathy Bierker finds relief from a blocked airway thanks to innovative cryoablation at Hackensack Meridian Health.

Strike Averted At Southern Ocean Medical Center As Agreement Reached

The tentative agreement addresses concerns over staffing levels.

​America's Poison Centers Warns Public About Dangers of Pink Cocaine

The national nonprofit organization describes the symptoms of overdosing on the mixture of drugs – and how to help those affected.

Nurses Threaten To Strike At Southern Ocean Medical Center

Nurses say they'll walk off the job on June 9, claiming that NJ's largest health care organization isn't taking their concerns seriously.

​Poison Centers Observe Increased Vitamin A Exposures in Children

Vitamin A is a key part of the treatment for measles, but it must be used carefully under medical supervision.

Millions of People in the U.S. Have Inactive TB but Don't Know It

World TB Day 2025

Prevention is the Strongest Antidote for Poisoning

The New Jersey Poison Control Center urges implementing poison safety practices at home during National Poison Prevention Week.

Carbon Monoxide Sickens NJ Family of Four

NJ Poison Control Center experts warn of unsafe use of portable gas generators and to check CO detector batteries with the time change.

Southern Ocean Medical Center Expands Cardiovascular Offerings

The Manahawkin hospital is now offering elective angioplasty, a procedure that opens blocked arteries and can prevent heart attacks.

Should You Get a Cardiac Calcium Scan?

Understanding someone’s heart health needs requires using a mix of tools.

Considering Weight-Loss Surgery? 7 Things You Need to Know

Although the days, months and years after surgery look different for everyone, patients report many similar highs and lows.

Acetaminophen Overdose Alert

New Jersey Poison Control Center experts warn too much acetaminophen can be toxic

After Near Fatal Heart Attack, Barnegat Man Celebrates Child's Wedding

A "widowmaker" heart attack nearly killed John Donza. Months later, he was able to officiate his oldest daughter's wedding.

Outdoor Fitness Court To Open At Park In Manahawkin

The township is joining Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield and National Fitness Campaign to open an accessible, adaptable outdoor gym.

Waretown Woman Plays with Her Kids Again after Bariatric Surgery

James Nangeroni, D.O., medical director of robotic surgery at SOMC performs bariatric surgery so mother of two can play with her kids again

Sustain and Accelerate HIV Progress

World AIDS Day 2024

Can Foods Help With Hydration?

It’s not just liquids that can keep you hydrated—certain foods can also help.

Flu Vaccines Are Important for People with HIV

People with HIV are at higher risk for serious flu illness.

6 Questions To Ask About Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women, and the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women.

Is Your Pelvic Floor Weak? 5 Signs to Look For

“You’re not alone – a lot of people have this problem,” Dr. Kane says. “And there’s help available.”

When is chest pain an emergency?

The experience of chest pain is alarming—but it is common.

Poor Water Quality, Warmer Temperatures Causes Massive Fish Kill Along Little Egg Harbor Lagoon

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection said warmer temperatures and poor water quality are to blame.

Portable Generators Can Cause Deadly CO to Build Up Quickly in Homes

State's poison control center warns residents about carbon monoxide poisoning ahead of possible power outages from stormy weather.

Poor Air Quality Expected In Barnegat-Manahawkin This Week

Sensitive groups like children, the elderly and those with respiratory diseases are advised to avoid outdoor activities.

Can Losing Weight Lower Your Blood Pressure?

Obesity is linked to numerous health conditions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.

National HIV Testing Day

The path to life-saving treatment starts with testing.

New Jersey Heat Wave

Dangerously high temperatures can affect your health.

Shoulder Replacement Helps Retired Police Officer

Read Leonard’s journey from searching for a trustworthy orthopedic to full recovery.

Be Aware of Hidden Summer Dangers Before Celebrating Holiday Weekend

New Jersey Poison Control Center provides safety tips to prevent accidental exposures and injuries during Memorial Day weekend.

New Jersey Residents: How to Sleep Cooler in the Summer

Falling into a deep sleep is connected with how cool your body temperature is. Feeling too hot can hurt your ability to fall asleep

November Is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Learn about the low-dose CT lung screening at Health Village Imaging.

How Pet Therapy Helps Patients Manage Stress And Anxiety

At Banner Health facilities, sometimes a wet nose and wagging tail are exactly what the doctor ordered.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.