How I Reduced My Half Marathon Time by 40 Minutes

A Physical Therapist's Journey

Get Help Quitting Smoking With Free County-Sponsored Counseling

Free individual counseling is available at the County Administration building and at Hackensack University Medical Center.

NJ Measles Outbreak: 5 Things You Should Know As Risk Expands

At least three communities could have exposed New Jerseyans to measles in recent months as a multi-state outbreak has hit the region.

See What Bergen Hospitals Got 'A' Grades In Safety Report

These hospitals are the best of the best, according to the new rankings.

Annual Bergen County Care Fair Is Sunday

The fair is meant to be a one-stop source to help Bergen County residents cut through the health care and social service systems.

Potential For West Nile Virus Surges In Bergen County

West Nile Virus found in more than 100 mosquito pools submitted for testing, according to the state Department of Health.

Eric Bolling, Ex-Fox News Anchor, Speaks Of Son's Overdose Death

Eric Bolling Jr., whose father is from Demarest, died of an accidental drug overdose, including opioids, his father previously announced.

3 Bergen Hospitals Ban Kids From Visiting Due To Flu Outbreak

Holy Name Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center are limiting who can visit the hospital, with few exceptions.

More Than 900 Flu Cases Reported In Bergen County This Season

Breaking: One urgent care center in Waldwick is seeing between 10 to 30 people a day with flu-like symptoms.

Former Ridgewood Mayor, Manager Fined For Ethics Law Violation

BREAKING: The violation stems from a video for a downtown parking deck that Paul Aronsohn and Roberta Sonenfeld appeared in last year.

10 In Ridgewood Among Top Doctors in NJ

New Jersey Monthly has come out with its annual list of more than 1,000 medical practitioners.

Ridgewood Hospital Earns An A For Safety

The nonprofit group Leapfrog released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades.

Flu Vaccines Will Be Administered In Ridgewood Thursday

Residents 65 years old and older may receive a free flu vaccination with Medicare Part B.

Mayor's Wellness Campaign Is Back In Glen Rock

Bruce Packer is leading several events in the coming weeks designed to help people live a healthier lifestyle.

Group Ranks Valley Hospital 'A' For Safety

A respected nonprofit that graded 68 New Jersey hospitals.

CDC Warning: New Fungus Infection Strikes 2 in New Jersey, 7 Nationwide

A new, potentially dangerous fungus infection has stricken two people in New Jersey and at least 7 people nation wide, the CDC has warned.

Ridgewood Area Hospitals Have These Substandard Safety Conditions, Patient Survey Says

Area hospitals showed these substandard safety conditions in a survey that recognized the best and worst hospitals and the region

Too Much Lead Found In These Ridgewood Area Drinking Water Sites

A number of N.J. drinking water systems have been cited for having elevated levels of lead within the past four years. See list below.

Toxic Chemical Found In Many New Jersey Water Systems: Reports

Small amounts of a probable carcinogen were found in more than 80 water systems in New Jersey, according to reports.

Tuna Recall Expanded, 'Life-Threatening' Contamination Possible: FDA

Tens of thousands of tuna cans are being recalled because of "life-threatening" contamination found.

Holy Name Medical Center Invites Ridgewood to Wellness Challenge

A total of 28 towns have joined the challenge, which also targets weight loss and walking.

Second Zika Virus Case Reported In N.J.

A second Zika virus case has been reported in New Jersey, according to the state Department of Health.

Zika Virus Could Become Problem In N.J., Ridgewood Area By July

The Zika virus, which has been declared an international public health emergency, could become a problem in N.J. by July, an expert says.

Virus 'Spreading Explosively' In Americas Reported In N.J.

A woman visiting N.J. became the state’s first confirmed case of the Zika illness that is spreading "explosively" across the Americas.

N.J.'s Top-Ranked Doctors In Ridgewood, Elsewhere: Where Are They?

A map and list of the top doctors in your town, or nearby. Click and zoom in on the map to find them, or search the list below.

License Suspended For Bergen Doc Who Improperly Prescribed Pills: AG

Dr. Eric Thomas also allegedly did not create treatment plans and did not properly test patients, officials said.

Meatballs Recalled From Ridgewood Area Food Stores

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has called for a recall of 190 pounds of meatball products from food stores in New Jersey.

County Wide Wellness Fair To Feature Lectures, Classes Saturday

Dozens of vendors from throughout Bergen County will be at the fair.

Dave Watched His Rutgers Roommate Die. Then He Overdosed 4 Times Himself, On Heroin.

See video below. After each incident, Dave Dolan was left for dead. He's now pushing a bill to compel people to call 911 after an overdose.

Routine Procedure At N.J. Hospital Allegedly Spread Cancer in Woman's Body

A woman who went in for a routine hysterectomy says the procedure triggered a rare and aggressive cancer.

Annual Fred D'Elia Ridgewood Run Is Memorial Day

There will be several events held at the premier road race in North Jersey.

Health Educators Will Discuss Ways To Manage Stress Tuesday

Program is for senior citizens, caregivers, and their families.

Four Bergen Hospitals Receive High Marks For Patient Safety

Four Bergen County hospitals received A grades in a new survey from the Leapfrog Group.

Public Meeting on Cycling, Walking Path Plan is Thursday

Project is designed to improve bicycle and walking paths throughout Central Bergen County, including Ridgewood.

Diabetes Events in Honor of 'Diabetes Alert Day' to be Held in Ridgewood March 24

Diabetes Alert Day is a “wake-up call” urging the public to find out their risks for developing type 2 diabetes.

Drink Any of These Wines Sold In New Jersey? They Contain Poisonous Arsenic, Suit Alleges

Suit alleges winemakers knowingly sell arsenic-contaminated wines such as Menage a Trois, Sutter Home, Wine Cube, Charles Shaw, and Beringer

Registration for Annual Ridgewood, Fair Lawn Weight Loss Challenge Begins March 23

Residents and Village employees who participate in the year’s 12-week challenge will have weekly weigh-ins at Village Hall on Wednesdays.

Registration for Bergen County Weight Loss Challenge to Begin March 2

Along with height, weight, BMI and blood pressure measurements, the program will offer free educational seminars and more.

'Sip and Paint' with Rosie Pope at Pinot's Palette in Ridgewood March 19

Tickets are $35 and attendees should bring their favorite beverage.

'Super Science Saturday' Returns to Ridgewood Feb. 28

"Since 1988, this event, the greatest science extravaganza in Northern NJ, has offered a fun-filled, informative day for all ages."