A Volunteer’s 20-Year Calling

With her father by her side, a dedicated volunteer with cerebral palsy finds purpose, therapy, and connection on her weekly mail route.

Your Health, On The Move

Hackensack Meridian Health is bringing free, vital health screening directly to your neighborhood with two new state-of-the-art mobile vans.

Her Birth Plan Had a Major Twist

She planned a calm, unmedicated birth. But when her baby was in the wrong position, her care team had to get creative to make it a reality.

A New Era in Lung Cancer Diagnosis

Robotic tech offers a gentler, more precise, incision-free path to diagnosing lung cancer, says Dr. Campbell of Hackensack Meridian Health.

A Grateful Gift for Healing Care

After a successful recovery from a difficult leg wound, a grateful family gives back to the team that healed their beloved wife and mother.

Could Your Breakfast Bowl Lower Your Colon Cancer Risk?

A surgical oncologist explains how eating more fiber from whole foods is a powerful and simple way to help prevent colorectal cancer.

Man of Faith Manages Surprise Lung Mass Finding

An unrelated symptom led to a shocking lung mass discovery and a life-saving, minimally invasive surgery.

From Injury to Team Captain

A game-ending 'pop' nearly sidelined her for good. See how this college soccer player tackled a complex knee injury to lead her team.

YMCA of the Jersey Shore Helps Residents Take Control of Health

New Fall Programs Offer Free Support for Cancer Survivors, People at Risk for Diabetes, Veterans

A Grandmother's Hunch, A Glowing Cancer

A revolutionary technology gave surgeons a glowing guide to remove a rare cancer, helping one woman get back to her life and family.

1,000 Workouts and Counting: The Incredible Story of a Cardiac Rehab Champion

After two bypass surgeries and a pacemaker, 88-year-old Don Squier credits an Ocean University Medical Center program for keeping him strong

America's Poison Centers Warns Public About Dangers of Pink Cocaine

The national nonprofit organization describes the symptoms of overdosing on the mixture of drugs – and how to help those affected.

​Poison Centers Observe Increased Vitamin A Exposures in Children

Vitamin A is a key part of the treatment for measles, but it must be used carefully under medical supervision.

Millions of People in the U.S. Have Inactive TB but Don't Know It

World TB Day 2025

Prevention is the Strongest Antidote for Poisoning

The New Jersey Poison Control Center urges implementing poison safety practices at home during National Poison Prevention Week.

Trauma Informed Spaces, Yoga & My Grief Journey

A Training Opportunity

Carbon Monoxide Sickens NJ Family of Four

NJ Poison Control Center experts warn of unsafe use of portable gas generators and to check CO detector batteries with the time change.

Acetaminophen Overdose Alert

New Jersey Poison Control Center experts warn too much acetaminophen can be toxic

The Holidays & Grief

A Guide To Help Grievers (and their hosts) Navigate The "Most Wonderful Time Of The Year"

​Sustain and Accelerate HIV Progress

World AIDS Day 2024

Flu Vaccines Are Important for People with HIV

People with HIV are at higher risk for serious flu illness.

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.

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.

Fostering Connections for Better Health

YMCAs Host Wellness Celebration for Seniors on May 29 at 4 Locations in Monmouth & Ocean Counties

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”.

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

Make food safety your first ingredient.

Swimming Advisories Lifted For 2 River Beaches In Point Pleasant

Swimming advisories had been issued due to high bacteria levels. Here are the next steps after an advisory is issued.

How To Check Air Quality In The Point Pleasant Area

Air Quality Alerts continue statewide. Here's how you can check your air quality in the Point Pleasant area.

Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Ocean County and across NJ.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Ocean County and across NJ.

Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Ocean County.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area

Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Ocean County and across NJ.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Ocean County.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Ocean County and across NJ.

Where To Get A COVID-19 Test In The Point Pleasant Area

As coronavirus cases and the demand for tests increase, here's what to know about testing sites in Point Pleasant and Point Pleasant Beach.

Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area: See The Latest

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Ocean County and across NJ.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them In Point Pleasant

Boosters available in Point Pleasant help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Point Pleasant Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Ocean County.

Coronavirus Cases Up 10 Percent Recently In Ocean County: CDC

Ocean County is part of the national trend of growing coronavirus cases.

Coronavirus Transmission 'High' In Ocean County: CDC

The rate of new cases has increased recently in Ocean County.