Child Health Risk: Why NJ & the Federal Govt. Seek to Ban Water Beads

A Rutgers Poison Control expert discusses the health risks posed to children from this popular toy, which lawmakers are seeking to ban

Life-Saving Information: CO Poisoning is a Serious Risk During Outages

Gas generators and other fuel powered equipment produce toxic carbon monoxide gas.

RWJ University Hospital Somerset Earns Another 'B' Grade For Safety

The nonprofit group Leapfrog ranked RWJ University Hospital Somerset in its Fall 2023 report.

Somerset County Police Cars Go Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness

The vehicles have a QR code on the exterior for locals to scan to schedule a mammogram appointment.

Mask Mandate Returns To RWJ University Hospital Somerset

All patients, staff, and visitors will be required to wear masks beginning on Monday, Oct. 2.

'Bridgewater Reach' To Address, Combat Opioid Epidemic In Township

As part of the National Opioid Settlement, Bridgewater has so far received almost $100,000 which will be used to fund this new initiative.

3rd Annual Overdose Awareness Day Event To Be Held At TD Ballpark

On game day, Naloxone kits will be distributed and there will be a 50/50 raffle.

Harmful Algal Bloom Closes Swimming At Round Valley

The main reservoir in Hunterdon County is still open for boating from the Fish & Wildlife Boat Launch.

Medical Center To Replace Kings Food Market In Warren

The former Kings location has remained vacant since it closed in January 2021.

Air Quality Alert Issued For Somerset County As Wildfire Smoke Returns

Somerset County may be getting a break from the severe thunderstorms, but now we have to deal with air quality issues.

How To Check Your Air Quality In Bridgewater

Smoke from wildfires in eastern Canada is lingering above several states on the East Coast this week.

Wildfire Smoke Cancels All Outdoor Bridgewater Recreation

Smoke from Canadian wildfires will linger in the air across New Jersey Wednesday, with additional plumes to be expected into the evening.

Public Input Needed For Use Of Opioid Settlement Funds In Somerset County

Somerset County expects to receive at least $450,000 every year for the next 18 years.

RWJ University Hospital Somerset Maintains 'B' Safety Grade

This is the third time in a row the hospital received a B grade from the nonprofit group Leapfrog in its bi-annual report.

New Cannabis Dispensary Coming To Route 22 In Somerset County

Signs promoting Cloud Nine Cannabis Dispensary are displayed outside of the location off Route 22 West.

NJ American Water To Resume Using Chloramines In Somerset County

Chloramines have long been an effective method of water disinfection that meets all EPA and NJDEP drinking water standards: American Water.

Virtual Discussion On Dangers Of Vaping Offered In Somerset County

"Escape The Vape" will feature speaker Robb Holladay​ on Thursday, April 20.

Bridgewater Fitness Instructor Offers New Class Benefiting Animals

The first class is free. Then Lisa Terrie-Toole will be donating 10 percent of class proceeds to the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter.

Gambling Disorder Screening Services Offered For Somerset County Residents

These free screening services will occur on Thursday, March 23 at Somerset County's Richard Hall Community Health and Wellness Center.

Longtime Bridgewater Native Opens New Yoga Studio In Her Hometown

It was as if the stars aligned when Martinsville native Melissa Szwarc stumbled upon the location for her business Mana Power Yoga.

Bridgewater Doctor Combats Depression Using Ketamine-Based Treatment

Dr. David Boguslavsky runs the only certified Spravato treatment center, approved to use the ketamine-based treatment, in the area.

COVID Vaccine, Booster Clinic To Be Held In Bridgewater

Somerset County is hosting the clinic on Wednesday.

Code Blue Alert Issued In Somerset County As Temps Drop: What To Know

A code blue will be in effect through Feb. 8 in Somerset County. Officials are offering tips for residents to help protect themselves.

COVID Booster Shot Clinics Open In Somerset County: See Where

County residents can walk-in or make an appointment for one of several booster vaccine clinics in the area.

NJ Residents Should Consider Masking Up For The Holidays: CDC

States across the country, including New Jersey, are seeing more positive tests for COVID-19, RSV and seasonal flu.

NJ Safest Hospitals: Latest Ratings Released For Fall

Safety grades for most hospitals have improved over time under more public scrutiny, says the nonprofit healthcare watchdog group Leapfrog.

COVID Vaccination Clinics Expanding In Somerset County For The Holidays

Mobile Medical Services & Technology (MMST) will help to provide COVID-19 vaccines at mobile clinics throughout Somerset County.

Bridgewater Woman's Club Donates $1,000 For Wellness For Women Program

The roundtable discussion in collaboration with RWJ University Hospital Somerset focused on heart disease, stroke, and cancers in women.

Police Vehicles Go Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness In Somerset County

The 5 vehicles are equipped with a QR scan code on the outside of the vehicle for anyone interested in scheduling a mammogram appointment.

1st Gender Affirmation Surgery For Transgender Woman Performed At RWJ

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset is one of only two hospitals in New Jersey to perform "bottom surgery."

'Wellness For Women' Discussion Offered By Bridgewater Woman's Club

The free Round Table Discussion is in collaboration with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.

New 'Bivalent' COVID Booster Now Available In Somerset County

The vaccine booster from Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech offers significant protection against both the original strain and the Omicron variant.

First Monkeypox Vaccination Clinic To Be Held In Somerset County

In Somerset County, there have been 14 reported cases of monkeypox​ or 2 percent of the county's population, according to the NJDOH.

Cooling Centers In Bridgewater: Dangerous Heat Expected Thursday

In Bridgewater, heat index levels are expected to hit between 100 and 104 degrees on Thursday.

Monkeypox In Somerset County: Case Numbers, Vaccination Information

Cases of monkeypox are on the rise in NJ, and the virus has spread to Somerset County. See below for case numbers and vaccine information:

Somerset County Prepares As Monkeypox Declared Global Emergency

The Somerset County Department of Health (SCDOH) is working with state and federal health officials to respond to the Monkeypox outbreak.

Safety Grade Drops For RWJ University Hospital Somerset

For the first time in 3 years, the hospital received a "B" grade from nonprofit group Leapfrog in its bi-annual report.

See NJ's Healthiest And Least Healthiest Counties For 2022: Report

County Health Rankings and Roadmaps recently released its 2022 report. See how the 21 counties in New Jersey fared:

Sexual Health Discussion Open To Teens And Their Families

EmPoWER Somerset and Zufall Health Center will offer the virtual event on April 6.

Jerky Recall In NJ Following Listeria Concerns: USDA

Just over 1,600 pounds of jerky products were recalled from 8 states including in NJ after testing confirmed the presence of listeria.