Can Allergy Medicines Be Dangerous?

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

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

Always Check Medicine Labels for Active Ingredients

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

Check Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors During Intense Winter Storm

Carbon monoxide gas can build up quickly, poisoning people and pets

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

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: NJ Poison Control

Make food safety your first ingredient.

Rise in Cases of Young Kids Accidentally Exposed to Vape Liquid

NJ Poison Control Center warns of potential danger.

Aging With HIV

People with undetectable HIV are living healthy. So much has changed in prevention, care, and treatment.

Take the Test & Take the Next Step

Today is National HIV Testing Day. Get Tested - Connect to Services - Stay Healthy

Blood Drives Planned In Jersey City, Secaucus

Drives are scheduled next month at Immaculate Conception Church and Newport Centre Mall.

RWJBarnabas Health Recognizes Black Maternal Health Week 2023

The health system will raise awareness for "ensuring safe, respectful care for Black mothers."

Jersey City Medical Center Unveils New Neuro Interventional Cath Lab

The lab's technology will enhance the diagnosis and treatment of stroke and complex neurovascular diseases.

Free Health Screenings For Young Athletes Offered At Medical Center

Free cardiac and concussion baseline screenings will be administered April 15 at Jersey City Medical Center Rehabilitation Center.

COVID Lockdowns Began In Jersey City 3 Years Ago This Week

Three years ago, North Jersey towns shut down and hospitals filled up. People clapped for health care workers. What came next?

Jersey City Medical Center To Host Maternity Wing Tour For Parents

Jersey City Medical Center is offering parents in Hudson County a peek into its labor and delivery services.

Jersey City Medical Center To Host American Heart Month Roundtable

The Medical Center is offering access to an educational panel on heart health for local women.

New Jersey Blood Services To Host Blood Drives In Jersey City

"We urgently need people to make every effort to donate blood."

Leaders Show Support For CarePoint Health Non-Profit Conversion

Jersey City, Hoboken and Bayonne leaders spoke out in favor of CarePoint Health System receiving state approval for nonprofit status.

Renowned Hudson County Cardiologist Named Medical Director

Raashan Williams, M.D. will serve in the position of Medical Director of the Catheterization Laboratory.

Jersey City Medical Center Adds New Specialists To Roster

The hospital announced the addition of eight new physicians this week.

Jersey City Medical Center Hosts 21st Annual Nurse Excellence Awards

The affiliate of RWJBarnabas Health also celebrated its fourth Magnet re-designation.

Hudson County Blood Drives Set For December

Five drives are scheduled next month in Jersey City, Bayonne, Secaucus and Harrison.

Jersey City Medical Center Hosts Infusion Center Anniversary Breakfast

The celebratory event also included a meet-and-greet with the medical center’s oncology team and a tour of the infusion center.

Jersey City Medical Center Holds Appreciation Dinner For Board Chairs

Former Board Chair Bob Margulies and first Latinx Board Chair Carlos Lejnieks were honored this month.

Sickle Cell Trait Testing Offered In Jersey City, Paterson And More

Testing will be available the entire month of September in honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

3 Upcoming Blood Drives In Jersey City And Union City

Drives will be held next month at Newport Centre Mall and Union City High School.

Food To Be 'Rescued,' Given To Needy In Jersey City

The Jersey City initiative aims to combat food waste and food insecurity by rescuing it from local businesses.

Donate Blood At The Mall: 3 Dates In Jersey City Next Month

An urgent need for blood donations continues amid a nationwide shortage. There are three chances to donate at malls in Jersey City.

Monkeypox Numbers Released In Jersey City Area

Now you can track the number of monkeypox cases in Hudson County, and see which Jersey City location is offering vaccines.

Jersey City Medical Center Unveils $100M Expansion

The expanded adult and new pediatric Emergency Department is part of a $100M expansion that will include surgery suites.

On Monkeypox, Hudson County Mayor Says NYC Cases 'Likely Undercounted'

With monkeypox spreading across the river in NYC, one Hudson County mayor urged local residents to be vigilant in a message Wednesday.

First Probable NJ Monkeypox Case Confirmed: Officials

The case is one of over 100 reported in the U.S. since May, but officials say the risk to NJ residents remains low. Here’s the latest.

Mayor Fulop, Municipal Court Recognize Mental Health Awareness Month

The administration announced increased access to specialized services throughout Jersey City at the end of May.

Q&A: Jersey City Medical Center President And CEO Michael Prilutsky

"In five to 10 years, there’s not going to be any healthcare service that Jersey City Medical Center does not offer."

4 Cars Recovered After 5-6 Men Hold Up Valet In Jersey City

Police said a valet at a Jersey City luxury building was held up at gunpoint by a group of men who stole 4 cars. The cars were recovered.