Donors Needed At Manahawkin Blood Drive

The novel coronavirus can't be transmitted through blood, but the virus has caused a national shortage because of blood-drive cancelations.

4 In Stafford Now Positive For Coronavirus

Three have tested positive for COVID-19 in Barnegat as of Monday afternoon.

2 Long Beach Township Residents Test Positive For Coronavirus

"We are strongly recommending that you remain in your primary service area and DO NOT relocate to the Shore area," LBT officials said.

Barnegat-Manahawkin And Coronavirus: Week In Review

Here's a recap of coronavirus updates in Barnegat and Manahawkin.

2 In Barnegat, 2 In Stafford Test Positive For Coronavirus

Ocean County has confirmed 48 positive cases of the novel coronavirus, including 32 new cases Thursday.

Surf City Resident Tests Presumptive Positive For Coronavirus

The individual has Long Beach Island's first presumptive-positive case.

Stafford School Community Member Diagnosed With Whooping Cough

The McKinley Avenue Elementary and Stafford Intermediate School principals made the announcement.

Manahawkin Animal Shelter Appointment Only Until Further Notice

The Southern Ocean Animal Facility is taking precautions during New Jersey's coronavirus outbreak.

Person Advised To Quarantine Contacts Barnegat Officer

The police officer will self-quarantine. The other individual traveled to Denmark, which has more than 800 confirmed coronavirus cases.

New Restrictions At Southern Ocean Medical Due To Coronavirus

Southern Ocean Medical Center is restricting all visitation, with some exceptions, as the virus spreads in New Jersey.

Barnegat Vietnam Vets Event Canceled Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Barnegat Township's Senior Health Fair has also been postponed indefinitely.

Coronavirus Precautions: Southern Ocean Medical Restricts Visits

The restrictions were updated.

Southern Ocean Medical Restricts Visitors During NJ Flu Breakout

Southern Ocean Medical Center will temporarily only allow visitors 12 and older.

Program Helping Fight Addiction Extends To Barnegat, Manahawkin

As heroin and opioid abuse remain a concern, the BLUE HOPE program will serve as an entry point to treatment or other services.

Mobile Mammography Van To Visit LBI

The AMI Foundation's Mobile Digital Mammography Van sets to make breast-cancer screening easier and more convenient.

Barnegat Sees Increase In Heroin Abuse Cases; Stafford Stagnant

Barnegat saw a slight increase in the amount of people seeking treatment. Stafford's total was essentially the same as the previous year.

Southern Ocean Medical Center Receives 'B' Safety Grade

The nonprofit Leapfrog group released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades.

Mobile Mammography Van To Visit LBI On Friday

The screenings are for women 40 or older with no current or past breast issues.

Prescription Drug Take Back Events By Manahawkin Oct. 26

Here's where you can safely dispose of prescription drugs on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

Cancer-Linked Contaminant In Barnegat, Stafford Tap Water: Report

A new study found drinking water is often less safe than what the federal government may deem legal.

Health Dept. Offers Flu Clinics In Barnegat, Manahawkin

Here's when the Ocean County Health Department will offer flu shots in Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Manahawkin Pharmacy To Provide Free Narcan On Friday

The drug, which can work to reverse an opioid overdose, will be free to mark Overdose Awareness Day.

Same Barnegat Light Beach Closes Due To High Fecal Bacteria: DEP

The 25th Street Bay Front beach closed again, one week after its last closure.

Manahawkin: Southern Ocean Medical Center Earns $1M Donation

The money will help expand the Cardiac Catheterization/Interventional Radiology Lab.

5 Jersey Shore Beaches Either Closed Or Under Advisory This Week

Some beaches in New Jersey had issues with bacteria found in animal and human waste, or other problems, this week.

2 LBI Beaches No Longer Test High In Fecal Bacteria: DEP

The beaches exceeded state limits Monday but were under the state limit Tuesday after retesting.

Barnegat-Area Pharmacies Giving Away Free Naloxone

The drug, which can work to reverse an opioid overdose, will be made free at a local pharmacy next week.

Stafford Library Holding Alzheimer's, Dementia Workshop

You can learn about managing behaviors, encouraging engagement and caring for yourself while caring for a loved one.

Southern Ocean Medical Center Gets 'A' Grade For Safety

The nonprofit group Leapfrog released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades.

Barnegat Planet Fitness Free For Ages 15-18 This Summer

High school teens ages 15-18 can work out at any Planet Fitness for free from May 15 through Sept. 1.

A NEW Championship for Extreme Gymnastics

Level 5 Team Wins JOGA South Region Team Championship

Senior Health Expo Coming To Manahawkin

AtlantiCare is coming to the Manahawkin Health Park to go over information for seniors about their changing health care needs.

Free CPR Training at Barnegat Rec Center For Kids

Children will have a chance to get CPR training for free at the Barnegat Recreation Center on November 5.

Free Mammograms In Manahawkin

Health Village Imaging is offering free mammograms for eligible women during the month of October

Southern Ocean Medical Center Hosts Annual Women’s Health Night

Hospital offers a fun and healthy and night out with the girls.

Southern Ocean Medical Center Keeps Patients Safe

Ultraviolet System Emphasizes Hospital's Commitment to Protect Patients Against Infections

Southern Ocean Medical Center Places Visitor Limits Due To Flu

Visitor limitations are due to the onset of seasonal flu, hospital says

Another Tick-Borne Disease In NJ — With Potentially Strange Side Effects

Another tick-borne disease has spread to New Jersey, and it may produce some strange side effects that could impact the way people eat.

900 Southern Ocean Children May Have Received Improperly Refrigerated Vaccines

State Department of Health files complaint against Manahawkin physician.

28 Top N.J. Hospitals For Procedures That Could Save, Enhance Your Life

These New Jersey hospitals are considered the best for procedures that could enhance — or even save — your life.