NJ Health Care Workers Receive First COVID Shots At Essex County College

The Moderna vaccine rollout is underway in New Jersey.

Essex To Give First Doses Of Moderna Coronavirus Vaccine Saturday

The vaccines will be given to a group of health care workers at the Essex County College gymnasium, county officials said.

Newark Mayor Offers Coronavirus Safety Tips For The Holidays

Residents are encouraged to take advantage of Zoom's unlimited hangouts, free through the holidays.

Deck the Halls with Safety and Holiday Cheer

NJ Poison Control Center warns of common holiday hazards

​Newark Hospital Begins Vaccinating Frontline Workers

The RWJBarnabas hospital network said it plans to vaccinate its staff over a six-week period.

Check Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors Ahead of the Storm

Winter storms bring increased risk of carbon monoxide poisoning

Meet 5 Newark Hospital Workers Who Got Historic Vaccinations

A Newark nurse got the ultimate birthday gift: New Jersey’s first COVID-19 vaccination. Meet 4 other health care heroes who got the shot.

Coronavirus Vaccines Coming To NJ On Tuesday: Here's When, Where

New Jersey will get its first doses of the vaccine this week at six hospitals. Here's when and where.

Newark Among US Cities That Need 'Most COVID Vaccinations': Study

Newark ranks high among large U.S. cities that will need “the most initial coronavirus vaccinations,” a study claims.

Here's The Estimated COVID-19 Vaccine Wait Time In Essex County

The New York Times, the Surgo Foundation and Ariadne Labs used their vaccine tool to calculate what priority you would receive it.

Pediatric Health Care Workers In Newark Honored With New Scrubs

Barco Uniforms gave its annual Made to Matter Award to the pediatric residents of the Rutgers Health Newark Beth Israel Pediatric Residency.

Vitamin D Regulates Calcium in Intestine Differently Than Thought

Rutgers study could help better treat calcium malabsorption due to bariatric surgery and aging

Today is World AIDS Day

Ending the HIV/AIDS Epidemic: Resilience and Impact

Is it a Cold, the Flu or COVID-19?

It Could be Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Spread Thanks Not Germs

Protect Family Members from Food Poisoning, Flu, and COVID-19

NJ Nurses Fear 'Speeding Train' Of Coronavirus Cases, Union Says

HPAE President: “This surge will be much worse because we have a finite number of available staff.”

2 In 5 NJ Residents Say They Won’t Take Coronavirus Vaccine: Poll

About 40 percent of New Jersey residents would turn down a coronavirus vaccine, a Rutgers-Eagleton poll says. Here’s why.

How to Stay Safe as College Students Return Home for Thanksgiving

A Rutgers infectious disease expert discusses considerations for families welcoming home college students and how to celebrate Thanksgiving

Essex County Hospitals See Patient Surge; COVID-19 Cases Rise

Hospitals across Essex County are seeing a surge in patients with the coronavirus. The area is one of the hardest-hit in New Jersey.

Challenges to Providing Behavioral Health Care During Pandemic

A Rutgers survey of New York providers finds technology barriers, safety protocol and communication need to be addressed to improve care

Halloween Safety

Our new normal mixed with the same potential poisonings hazards

Less Contact with Lead – Less Risk for Lead Poisoning

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2020

How Teachers Can Manage Burnout During the Pandemic

A Rutgers expert explains how teachers can avoid or cope with burnout from new teaching methods and health concerns

New Logo Heralds New Dawn At University Hospital, Officials Say

A Newark hospital is fighting a pandemic and facing "a new reckoning with systemic racism." But there's a light at the end of the tunnel.

Battling Flu During the Pandemic

A Rutgers infectious disease expert explains why the flu vaccination is more important than ever this year

Hand Sanitizers

Potential for Misuse, Abuse and Toxic Effects

Rutgers Experts Explore Concerns About COVID-19 Vaccine Trials

As researchers race to battle the virus, many people have questions about vaccine trials. A pair of experts from New Jersey offer answers.

National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

September 27th

Rutgers Is Study Site for Kidney Disease in COVID-19 Survivors

Researchers anticipate a surge in chronic kidney disease and kidney failure post-COVID-19

Preventing Firearm Suicide During the Pandemic and Social Unrest

During the pandemic and nationwide protests firearm purchases have soared — a concern for suicide prevention specialists, says a Rutgers exp

Volunteers Needed In New Jersey For Possible Coronavirus Vaccine

A national study is probing the safety and effectiveness of mRNA-1273, a vaccine candidate against COVID-19.

Navigating Daily Life While Protecting Your Health

Call the COVID-19 Hotline at the NJ Poison Control Center for medical-related questions or concerns 1-800-962-1253

Newark Hospitals Get Nods As Maternity Care, ‘Safety Net’ Leaders

Saint Michael’s was named among the top 20 “safety net” hospitals in the nation. Newark Beth Israel made a list for “best maternity care.”

University Hospital Rolls Out 'Virtual Urgent Care,' Voter Kiosk

University Hospital in Newark has two new additions: a “virtual urgent care center” and a voter registration kiosk.

Gov. Murphy: NJ's COVID-19 Contact Tracing Is 'Highly Disturbing'

WATCH: Gov. Murphy said NJ has run into trouble in its efforts to contain the coronavirus. Here's why.

How Safe is it to Go to the Dentist?

Rutgers School of Dental Medicine dean discusses safety measures dentists have taken since reopening practices

Opioid Use Can Trigger Deafness

Opioid receptors in the inner ear can cause partial or full hearing loss, says Rutgers study

Tropical Storm Warning and Poisoning Mishaps

Storm Hazards Increase Risk for Accidental Poisoning Injuries

Free Coronavirus Tests Will Continue At Weequahic Park In Newark

Free coronavirus testing will continue at the drive-thru site in Weequahic Park. The events are open to all Essex County residents.

NJ Expands Coronavirus Travel Quarantine To 31 States

Gov. Murphy said the states all have significant community spread of the coronavirus, and NJ is taking bigger steps to protect itself.