Community Room At Hoboken's Hospital Is Named For Dr. Shah

The room, renamed for a Hoboken doctor and philanthropist, services educational and community needs, such as classes for expectant moms.

Planet Fitness In Hoboken To Shut For Renovations Next Week

The Hoboken location of the budget-friendly Planet Fitness chain will close later this month for upgrades.

​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.

20 Years After Famed Speech, Will McGreevey 'Re-Enter' Elected Office?

Next month marks 20 years since NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey's shocking resignation. Will he return to elected office as a North Jersey mayor?

Covid Cases Climbing In Hudson County

Hudson County has the second most covid cases in NJ. What are current trends?

National HIV Testing Day

The path to life-saving treatment starts with testing.

New Jersey Heat Wave

Dangerously high temperatures can affect your health.

Nurses Give Update On Negotiations At Palisades, Englewood Hospitals

A nurses' union gave an update on its contract negotiations with 2 North Jersey hospitals.

Strike Looms At Palisades And Englewood Hospitals, Nurses' Union Says

Nurses at Palisades, Englewood, and Cooper hospitals say they may strike next month. A hospital administrator responded.

Be Aware of Hidden Summer Dangers Before Celebrating This Weekend

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

Can Allergy Medicines Be Dangerous?

Allergy medicines can cause side effects. The New Jersey Poison Control Center provides safety tips.

Can Allergy Medicines Be Dangerous?

Allergy medicines can cause side effects. The New Jersey Poison Control Center provides safety tips.

Support Hudson County NAMI, Learn More At Panera This Weekend

The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a Hudson County chapter. Whether you're a consumer or family member, you can find out more here.

Young 'Cancer Chats' Host From Bergen County And Hoboken Dies At 29

Danielle Koppenaal, who lived in Bergen and Hudson counties, was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023 and raised awareness through a podcast.

NJ Harm Reduction Programs Combat Opioid Crisis and HIV

A milestone in public health and community safety.

When the Unexpected Happens, We’re Here for You

National Poison Prevention Week 2024

Ex-NBA Star Samuel Dalembert Fined For No Heat In Hoboken Apartment

"At one point Dalembert was being mailed four summonses a day," said a Hoboken spokesperson. The ex-Knick also owes fines in NYC.

Always Check Medicine Labels for Active Ingredients

Accidental overdose is a serious risk during “sniffle season”.

See How New Mom And Dad Reacted To Baby Born On Leap Day In Hoboken

It'll be another four years before this little boy, born in Hoboken to parents from Jersey City, has a real birthday. How do they feel?

Menendez Poll Says Voters Don't Blame Menendez Jr. For Dad's 'Sins'

Rob Menendez Jr.'s poll results have him far in the lead in the 8th Congressional District race. Competitor Ravi Bhalla's team disagrees.

Free Eye, Brain, COVID Tests, And Clinics Offered In Hoboken

You can pick up free COVID test kits, get an eye exam, exercise your brain, and more at Hoboken's upcoming health events.

Free Wellness Expo Offered For Women In Hoboken

Find out the latest health and wellness trends for women, enjoy music and dance, and enter to win $1,000 in prizes in Hoboken.

Get A COVID Vaccine And Get A Gift Card In Hoboken, Offered Thursday

You can get a $25 ShopRite giftcard with your COVID vaccine in Hoboken. Other free health events are coming up. See statistics here.

Carepoint, Hudson Regional Hospitals To Form New Health Care System

Financially beleaguered Carepoint, which runs hospitals in Hoboken, Jersey City, and Bayonne, will form a system with the Secaucus hospital.

Hidden Storm Hazard: Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Tonight

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

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

Holiday Flu, COVID Cases Spike: See Activity Level In Hudson Co.

Updated health statistics show that cases of influenza and COVID-19 are ticking up around NJ, and Patch took a closer look at local data.

CarePoint Hospitals Launch Petition To Get Repaid For Treating Needy

CarePoint says their 3 Emergency Rooms in Hudson County have treated 4,300 homeless people in 2023 without enough reimbursement.

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

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

Keep the Holidays Merry and Bright

Beware of hidden holiday hazards.

Remember and Commit

World AIDS Day 35

Prepare Thanksgiving Dinner Without Worry

Make food safety your first ingredient.

Family Medicine, OBGYN, Other Specialists To Open In Hoboken Near CVS

A medical "multispecialty center" with lab testing will open next door to CVS in downtown Hoboken soon.

Rise in Cases of Young Kids Accidentally Exposed to Vape Liquid

NJ Poison Control Center warns of potential danger.

Got A Relative With Mental Health Issues? Hudson NAMI Course Can Help

You're not alone if you have a family member with mental health issues. Hudson County NAMI has a Family to Family course and other supports.

Hoboken Rat Map Released: Where Are The Most Rats?

Where are the biggest rat-astrophes in mile-square Hoboken? See the rat map and updates on the new trash lid law.

Rats Flattened By Hoboken Pup Patrol On A Mission

"We are employing every method possible to reduce the rats," said one Hoboken councilperson, who linked to a photo of now-flat rats.

Longtime Hoboken Eye Doctors To Close Practice

A beloved Hoboken optometry practice has announced that its (married) doctors will retire after 37 years in the mile-square city.

Hoboken Teacher Commutes 8 Miles From Brooklyn Each Day By Bicycle

Why one man chooses his 8-mile long commute by bicycle over his car, and why some may not want to lock their bike up at Hoboken Terminal.

National Alliance On Mental Illness In Hudson County Holds Meetings

Do you love someone with a mental illness? NAMI hosts a support group, talks, and meetings in Hudson County.