Hackensack Meridian Children&rsquo;s Health Experts Weigh In Manahawkin, N.J. - August 7, 2026 - The <a href="https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/158/1/e2026077414/207901/Prevention-Screening-Diagnosis-and-Treatment-of" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)</a>, the nation's leading group of pediatricians, has issued crucial new guidance to protect children and teens from iron deficiency. These updated recommendations are designed to help parents and doctors prevent severe complications, including learning and concentration issues as well as other developmental delays through improved screening, adjusted treatment protocols and dietary interventions.

Iron deficiency is a widespread problem that can affect a child's brain development and lead to fatigue and anemia. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 2003 to 2010, at least 15% of toddlers and 11% of adolescents are iron deficient, and the numbers may be rising.
The new guidance on iron deficiency provides the following strategies and recommendations for prevention and treatment from birth through the teenage years:
<ul><li>Prevention that begins at birth with the AAP recommending iron supplements for exclusively breastfed babies by four to six months of age.</li><li>For toddlers and young children, the focus is on a diet rich in iron and limiting the amount of milk they drink, as too much milk can interfere with iron absorption.</li><li>The guidelines highlight the importance of screening for and addressing heavy menstrual bleeding in adolescent girls, a common cause of iron deficiency.</li><li>A once-daily oral iron supplement is effective for most infants, children and teens.</li></ul>
<a href="https://www.getcare.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/provider/melissa-carrie-wallach/1319843" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Melissa Wallach, M.D., FAAP</a>, pediatrician at Hackensack Meridian K. Hovnanian Children&rsquo;s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, says these updated guidelines are a huge step forward for everyday pediatric care. &ldquo;The 'silent' problem of iron deficiency can impact everything from a toddler's development to a teenager's ability to focus in school. The new recommendations give us a clear, preventative roadmap from birth through adolescence. It's about providing the best, most evidence-based care at every stage of childhood," she said.

These new guidelines, written by medical experts and based on the latest scientific evidence, are designed to give parents and pediatricians the best tools to ensure children grow up healthy and thrive. Parents are encouraged to talk to their pediatrician about these recommendations and what they mean for their child's health.
To learn more, visit <a href="http://hackensackmeridianhealth.org/kids" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">hackensackmeridianhealth.org/kids</a>. ###(photo by vecteezy.com)

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The following community events are offered through Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center in August (locations vary):

MANAHAWKIN - Southern Ocean Medical Center is hosting a FREE LECTURE ON Understanding Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes Walk and Talk on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. at the Doc Cramer Sports Complex, 490 Doc Cramer Blvd, Manahawkin. Join our dietician to explore risk factors, healthy lifestyle modifications, and practical tips for managing blood sugar levels while walking. Registration is encouraged but not required. For more information, visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org/Events or call 1-800-560-9990.

MANAHAWKIN - Southern Ocean Medical Center is hosting FREE Wellness Screenings on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at ShopRite of Manahawkin, 733 Rt 72, Manahawkin. Join us on our Your Health on the Move Van as medical staff perform wellness screenings, which include blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol, and stroke risk assessments. *Fasting is not required. For more information, visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org/Events or call 1-800-560-9990.

WARETOWN - Southern Ocean Medical Center is hosting FREE Wellness Screenings on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 1 - 4 p.m. at ShopRite of Waretown, 501 US-9, Waretown. Join us on our Your Health on the Move Van as medical staff perform wellness screenings, which include blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol, and stroke risk assessments. *Fasting is not required. For more information, visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org/Events or call 1-800-560-9990.
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Manahawkin, N.J. - On Tuesday, August 25, Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center is sponsoring a blood drive at the hospital in collaboration with Vitalant. The event will take place 10:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. in the hospital&rsquo;s Beach Plum Conference Room, 1140 Rt. 72 West, Manahawkin. Donors must be at least 16-years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and haven&rsquo;t donated whole blood in the eight weeks prior to the appointment. To participate, donors are encouraged to register for an appointment at <a href="http://donors.vitalant.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">donors.vitalant.org</a> (use code: XSOMC) or by calling 877-258-4825 and must present identification upon arrival.&nbsp;

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Manahawkin, N.J. - On Tuesday, August 25, Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center is sponsoring a blood drive at the hospital in...

Manahawkin, NJ &ndash; July 15, 2026 &ndash; Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center (SOMC) today announced a significant expansion of its cardiovascular services with the introduction of enhanced treatment offerings. The investment brings innovative, minimally invasive procedures to the community, including the DETOUR System for percutaneous transfemoral arterial bypass (PTAB) and the CardioMEMS&trade; HF System for heart failure monitoring. This development highlights the hospital's rapid growth in cardiac care and its commitment to providing advanced treatment options close to home.
The new services are available through the Armellino Family Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory &ndash; a state-of-the-art, hybrid cath lab space &ndash; enabling physicians to perform complex procedures that previously required patient transfers to larger medical centers. This advancement is a key part of SOMC&rsquo;s multi-year effort to build a comprehensive, high-quality cardiovascular program to serve the growing needs of Ocean County.
Two of the advanced procedures now available are:
<ul><li>The DETOUR Procedure: A minimally invasive technique to bypass long, complex blockages in the superficial femoral artery (SFA) in the leg. Using the DETOUR System, physicians can create a bypass for patients with advanced peripheral artery disease (PAD), common in older adults, who may not be candidates for traditional open surgery.</li><li>CardioMEMS&trade; HF System: Designed for patients with heart failure, a tiny, wireless sensor is implanted in the pulmonary artery to measure and transmit data about a patient's condition directly to their cardiology team. This monitoring allows for proactive medication adjustments and lifestyle recommendations, and has been proven to reduce hospital admissions for heart failure, which typically impacts older generations.</li></ul>
"The investment in our hybrid catheterization labs, alongside a growing team of expert cardiologists, represents a pivotal moment for Southern Ocean Medical Center and the communities we serve," said Brian Walch, MS, PT, MBA, president and chief hospital executive at SOMC. &ldquo;In recent years we&nbsp; have fundamentally expanded access to advanced, minimally invasive cardiovascular treatments previously unavailable at SOMC. Bringing procedures like DETOUR PTAB and CardioMEMS to our patients right here in southern Ocean County is a cornerstone of our commitment to growing with our community and ensuring they receive exceptional care close to home."
This expansion builds on the hospital's recent achievements and national recognition. In 2025 and 2026, SOMC earned the American College of Cardiology&rsquo;s (ACC) most prestigious recognition - HeartCARE Center&trade; National Distinction of Excellence. This award recognizes the hospital's commitment to a comprehensive, high-quality culture of cardiovascular care. To achieve this, hospitals must meet stringent criteria, including participation in multiple ACC Accreditation programs and national cardiovascular data registries.
&nbsp;&ldquo;At Southern Ocean Medical Center we have dedicated ourselves to providing our community exemplary cardiovascular care, and these new services are a testament to that commitment, bringing the latest innovations directly to our patients,&rdquo; said <a href="https://www.getcare.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/provider/james-frank-orlando/1315261" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">James Orlando, M.D.</a>, director of the Armellino Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at SOMC.&nbsp;
The growth of SOMC's cardiac services has been a strategic focus, with the hospital earning approval to perform elective angioplasty (also known as percutaneous coronary intervention or PCI) in early 2025, allowing cardiologists to schedule procedures to open blocked arteries for stable patients. This is in addition to life-saving, emergency PCI for patients with acute heart attack. Other recently added offerings include renal denervation through the SymplicityTM procedure for uncontrolled hypertension &ndash; a catheter-based procedure done in the cath lab for patients who present with heart failure from uncontrolled hypertension &ndash; and the FlowTriever&reg; catheter used by the pulmonary embolism response team to suction clots from the pulmonary artery.
&ldquo;These advancements ensure patients have access to a full spectrum of cardiac care, from diagnosis and emergency intervention to advanced, minimally invasive treatments and ongoing disease management,&rdquo; added Dr. Orlando.
For more information about cardiovascular care at Southern Ocean Medical Center and HMH, visit <a href="http://hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/heart-care" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/heart-care</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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