Public Health Clinic Opens At East Side High School In Newark

The Ironbound’s newest health care clinic has its own separate entrance at the school. It offers a variety of services for the community.

Rutgers Health Names New Dean to Lead School of Nursing

Angela Starkweather, known for her research in pain and chronic illness management, served as assistant dean of research development at the

Decoding Early Lyme Disease

A Rutgers Health physician-scientist publishes guidance for primary care doctors diagnosing and treating early Lyme disease, a bacterial inf

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.

University Hospital Opens Community Health Care Clinic In Newark

The center will serve as a “community health clinic” that helps to ease a gap in services for local residents.

NJ Nurse Midwives Celebrated At Rutgers: 'I Love This Job'

For five decades, the Rutgers nurse-midwifery program has been educating and training much of the state’s midwifery workforce.

Newark Hospital To Hold Emergency Blood Drive

Saint Michael’s Medical Center in Newark is holding a blood donation drive on July 3.

National HIV Testing Day

The path to life-saving treatment starts with testing.

New Jersey Heat Wave

Dangerously high temperatures can affect your health.

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.

New Jersey Doctor Stranded At Gaza Hospital Calls On U.S. To Establish Humanitarian Corridor For Evacuation

"I would like to go back to my kids and to my family. I have six kids," Abukuwaik said from the hospital.

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.

Can Allergy Medicines be Dangerous?

Expert at New Jersey Poison Control, based at Rutgers Health, discusses how to safely take allergy medication

​NJ Harm Reduction Programs Combat Opioid Crisis and HIV

A milestone in public health and community safety.

Essex County Launches 2024 Survey On LGBTQ+ Health Needs

The survey seeks to learn more about factors such as quality of care, neighborhood safety, mental health and substance abuse.

Bizarre COVID Conspiracies Linked To High Stress Levels: Rutgers Study

Why do some people fall for conspiracy theories – and others don’t? And is there a cure for the “infodemic?”

Rutgers Health: Addressing Inequities Today (And Tomorrow) In NJ

The university’s biomedical education, research and clinical care arm is entering its second decade.

When the Unexpected Happens, We’re Here for You

National Poison Prevention Week 2024

Saint Michael’s Hospital In Newark Earns Award For Patient Care

A hospital in Newark recently earned some kudos for patient care as part of Healthgrades’ annual awards.

Launch of the Rutgers Health Service Corps

Organizers behind the initiative seek recruits to help inspire the next generation of health care and public health heroes to improve commun

Free Weight Room Classes For Women At Blink Fitness In Newark

Blink Fitness facilities will be bringing back their popular “Women in the Weight Room” series for 2024, including the Newark location.

Always Check Medicine Labels for Active Ingredients

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

Check Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors Ahead of the Snowstorm

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

Pharmacy, ‘Healthy Food Pantry’ Now Open At Newark Health Center

A new retail pharmacy and a “farmacy” are open for business for Saint James Health federally qualified health center patients.

Mom Endures Heart Transplant In Newark, Returns For Son’s 1st Birthday

A first-time mother had a heart attack just a few weeks after giving birth. It got a lot worse before it got better. (VIDEOS)

Free Dental Care For Kids In Newark: Nonprofit To Hold 2024 Event

KinderSmile Foundation will be offering free exams and dental cleaning to underserved kids at its New Jersey locations, including Newark.

Hidden Storm Hazard: Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Tonight Gas Gen

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

Hidden Storm Hazard: Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Tonight Gas Gen

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

Check Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors Ahead of Winter Weather

NJ Poison Center Warns: Carbon Monoxide Gas Can Build Up Quickly, Poisoning People and Pets

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

Newark Hospital Pioneers ‘Super’ Oxygen Therapy For Heart Attacks

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is the first hospital in New Jersey to offer supersaturated oxygen therapy to treat heart attack patients.

Family Flu Clinic In Newark Will Take Place Saturday

Need a flu shot? A family-friendly flu clinic will take place in Newark on Dec. 2.

World AIDS Day: How Far We’ve Come and Where We Still Need to Go

A national HIV expert at Rutgers discusses the progress made and the challenges to overcome in ending the disease by 2030

Poison Control Center Tips on Preventing Illness This Holiday Season

A Rutgers New Jersey Poison Control Center expert discusses how children and adults can reduce risks of poisoning

$5M For Newark Hospital Will Target Racial ‘Disparities’ In Area

The grant will “reduce health disparities among Black, African American, Hispanic and Latinx communities” in several New Jersey counties.

Firearm Exposure Associated With Poorer Health in Communities

High-violence neighborhoods experience poorer health and well-being