Flu Vaccination Clinics Will Not Be Offered By Westfield Regional Health

Fanwood, Garwood, Mountainside, New Providence, Roselle Park, Summit and Westfield residents ​need to find another way to get the flu shot.

Blood Drive Those Affected By Hurricane Harvey In Union

NJ residents have the opportunity to help alleviate critical blood shortages including those that resulted from the onslaught of Harvey.

Union County Office On Women Hosts Free Yoga Class On June 21

“Union County Women Let in the Light” will be on Wednesday evening, June 21, at Maskers Barn in the historic Deserted Village of Feltville.

Ground Beef Recall At ShopRite In Union County

​Ground beef was recalled from a ShopRite in New Jersey because of metal fragments that were found.

Yoga Event To Benefit Breast Cancer Patients At The Mills At Jersey Gardens

Powerflow Yoga will lead four classes for shoppers at the Mills at Jersey Gardens throughout the day on Saturday.

Westfield Psychologist Publishes Book Addressing Healthcare Crisis

Peggy Rothbaum talks with 50 doctors about the healthcare crisis and the doctor patient relationship.

Pediatric Flu Clinic Offered In Westfield

The Westfield Board of Health is hosting a pediatric flu clinic on Friday​, Dec. 9.

Two Biting Incidents Reported In Westfield

Two dogs in town were involved in biting incidents, one of a resident and one of another dog.

Free Fruit For Kids In Union County

ShopRite locations in Garwood, Springfield and Union will offer free fruit to kids to encourage them to enjoy healthy snacks​.

ShopRite to Host Free Glucose Screenings

Free blood glucose screenings will be held at Union County locations throughout November.

New Aging Services Kiosk Will Come to Westfield

The free ASK information sessions are designed to provide residents with a convenient, friendly way to find out about services for seniors.

Warm Up with Winter Squash and Get Healthy, Too

Union County Rutgers Cooperative Extension recommends trying out new recipes to take advantage of the nutritional benefits of winter squash.

4 Union County Public Water Systems Have Toxin Made Famous By Erin Brockovich, Study Says

The study published Tuesday says even small amounts of Chromium-6 can have negative health impacts, like cancer and liver damage.

Rats, Rodents Reported in Westfield

The Westfield Board of Health offers tips to lessen the rodents presence.

At Least 138 N.J. Towns Have Drinking Water Toxin Made Famous By Erin Brockovich: Study

At least 138 NJ communities have the cancer-causing toxin in drinking water made famous in the 2000 movie "Erin Brockovich," a study says.

Flu Shots Offered By Westfield Regional Health Department

The flu shots are open only to residents of Cranford, Fanwood, Garwood, Mountainside, New Providence, Roselle Park, Summit and Westfield.

Swimming In Westfield Pond May Have Caused Skin Infection On Child

Swimming is prohibited in Lenape Park and signage will be posted to remind residents.

Strike Averted at AristaCare Nursing Homes in Plainfield, South Plainfield

300 nursing home caregivers of 1199SEIU reached a settlement with AristaCare Health Services in South Plainfield and Plainfield

Stroll and Roll Through Echo Lake Park

Take a stroll at Echo Lake Park as part of the Stroll and Roll walking event on Nov. 6.

Mosquito Control Spraying In Westfield Thursday Night

The Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for Adult Mosquitoes tonight, Thursday July 14 between 7 p.m. and midnight.

New Jersey Spends $500K To Battle Zika Statewide

New Jersey is providing increased resources to aggressively combat the threat of Zika, according to state officials.

Letter: Public Pools Inspected In Westfield

Standing water that could promote mosquito activity was investigated, town pools inspected: Westfield's Board of Health Letter to the Editor

Stroll and Roll Through Echo Lake Park Sunday

Take a stroll at Echo Lake Park as part of the Stroll and Roll walking event on Sunday, June 5.

Letter to Editor: More Wildlife, Rats and Rodents Reported in Westfield

The Westfield Board of Health submits a letter recapping March including two dog bites, reports of rodents, wildlife and summer safety tips

Union County Officials to Host Zika Virus Presentation

“Raising Awareness of Mosquitoes and the Zika Virus: What It Is, How It's Spread, and How To Prevent It” will be held on May 10

Westfield 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

Zika Virus Is Bigger Threat To New Jersey Than You Think

The Zika virus could be a bigger threat to N.J. than you think - especially since it's evolving in ways that include sexual transmission.

Union County Children Urged To Be Vaccinated

National Infant Immunization Week runs from April 16 to 23

Westfield Teens, Parents Invited to Alcohol, Drug Prevention Program

Tweens and teens ages 11 to 18, their parents and community members are invited to attend. There will be 2 sessions and a symposium.

Run Around Tamaques Park

The Westfield's Recreation Department is hosting "Run The Park" 5K and 1-mile race on May 22.

Too Much Lead Found In These N.J. 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.

This Union County Hospital Was Named One of the Great Places to Work in Healthcare

Out of 86 hospitals nationwide, this Union County hospital was named one of the Great Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker Healthcare

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

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

Italian Native Brings Passion for Yoga to Westfield

Bella Vida Yoga Studio in Westfield will host a ribbon cutting on Saturday, March 19. Free classes being offered March 24, 31

How Healthy is Union County?

Out of 21 counties ranked in New Jersey, where does Union County stand in terms of health?

Westfield Students Put Their Fitness Knowledge to the Test

Westfield students will compete in Health Bee against area schools for a $1,000 prize on March 15

Red Cross Month: When is Westfield's Next Blood Drive?

March is Red Cross Month. Look to see when and where you can donate blood near Westfield.

200 NJ Cases Link Cancer To Johnson and Johnson Baby Powder, Other Products

Johnson and Johnson loses $72M case linking products to cancer, and 200 N.J. cases make the same claim.

How to Fight Parkinson's Symptoms With Exercise

The Westfield Area Y is offering a “Delay the Disease: Exercise to Fight Parkinson’s Symptoms” program.

WESTFIELD AREA Y EXERCISE TO FIGHT PARKINSON'S SYMPTOMS

WESTFIELD AREA Y EXERCISE TO FIGHT PARKINSON’S SYMPTOMS