Well before prescribers firmly understood the addictive power of opioids, Rich Jermyn, ...
Press Releases
By RWJBARNABAS HEALTH
April 24, 2024
The roar of the crowd and the peak performance of athletes pushing their bodies to the limit are the hallmarks of many sports. But beneath the surface of this seemingly effortless display of athleticism lies a constant battle against injuries. Every sport takes a constant toll on the human body, ...
TRENTON, NJ – More older adults and individuals with disabilities in New Jersey are now eligible to save on prescription drug prices, Medicaid premiums, hearing aids, utilities and other household expenses using the NJSave application, thanks to an increase in income eligibility ...
The Caldwell West Caldwell Education Foundation (CWCEF) is racing to the starting line with new plans and sponsors for The Caldwell Classic, their annual Memorial 5K Run/Walk fundraiser. The Caldwell Classic will be held on Saturday, May 18 at James Caldwell High School (JCHS) beginning with a ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ - The West Essex YMCA is hosting the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day® on Saturday, April 20, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Y, 321 S. Livingston Ave. in Livingston. This free, annual event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ- RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health system in New Jersey, is committed to the health and well-being of women throughout pregnancy, delivery and the postpartum period. As part of this commitment, the System, along with its nine maternity hospitals is ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ – The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, which includes YMCAs in Bergen, Essex, Passaic and Sussex counties, is participating in the Five Days of Action, April 15-19, 2024. The Five Days of Action is a weeklong campaign to raise awareness and inspire adults to take action to protect ...
Camp Veritans Day Camp: Where Summer Fun Takes Center Stage! Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Veritans Day Camp in Haledon, NJ! This year promises to be bigger and better than ever, with exciting upgrades, action-packed activities, and a focus on fostering friendships and ...
You’ve set your fitness goals and are ready to get started. Whether it’s losing weight or just being more active, here are some tips for achieving the outcome you want, provided by the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges. 1. Make a flexible workout plan. According to the American Council on ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – RWJBarnabas Health’s The Institute for Nursing Excellence is elevating education and professional development for its nurses. Through hands-on training, utilization of AI, and active simulations, RWJBarnabas Health nurses now have access to two state-of-the-art training facilities ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – April is National Donate Life Month. At RWJBarnabas Health, we are transforming lives as the largest transplant program in New Jersey – transplanting kidneys, hearts, pancreases and lungs. In 2023, RWJBarnabas Health, the state’s largest academic health system, surpassed a ...
The West Essex Art Association presented 16 Awards totaling $1,475.00 in cash prizes at its March 30, 2024 reception at Crane’s Mill in West Caldwell. More than 60 artists and friends came together for the reception and awards ceremony. Linda Levitt was the winner of the Artistic Creativity ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Roughly 25,000 Americans die each year from valvular heart disease, but researchers from Rutgers Health and other institutions conclude that new technology could soon help doctors slash that number. “We are witnessing a paradigm shift in how valvular heart diseases are ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ - Robin Ferrer, MBA, MSN, RN, has been named Chief Nursing Officer for Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ, part of RWJBarnabas Health. In this role, he will be responsible for all nursing practice and clinical services. “Mr. Ferrer is a seasoned healthcare leader ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ - The West Essex YMCA announces the opening of enrollment in its Piranhas Special Olympics Swim Team and is offering the program for free for the first time since the onset of the pandemic. The season, which will run through May 19, will feature practices on Sunday afternoons, with ...
The public is invited to attend the Reception and Awards Ceremony for the West Essex Art Association’s 38th Annual Open Juried Exhibition on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Crane’s Mill in West Caldwell, NJ. The reception starts at 4:30 PM and ends at 6:30 PM. You will be able to view over 70 pieces ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - RWJBarnabas Health’s Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff, Indu Lew, was honored by the Indian Consulate at the prestigious 6th Annual International Women’s Day Celebration, held on March 8. The event was hosted by the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) in ...
West Orange, NJ - Three RWJBarnabas Health nursing leaders will be honored by the New Jersey State Nurses Association (NJSNA) for their high standards of excellence, professional career achievements and for making a notable difference in many lives. These leaders will be presented with awards at ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, together with RWJBarnabas Health, the state’s leading cancer center and only Comprehensive Cancer Center as recognized by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), has scored in the “exceptional” range and was redesignated by the National ...
MILLBURN, NJ - March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month and Opportunity Project (OP) invites community members to support their upcoming events focusing on empowering individuals with brain injury as well as increasing knowledge about brain injury prevention. According to the Centers for ...
Camp is a great way for children to socialize, build their self-confidence, explore their interests and grow emotionally and physically independent. For many, summer camp will be filled with new activities in a new environment. Some children handle this fine, while others take time to adjust. So ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – John W. Doll, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at RWJBarnabas Health, has been named among Becker’s Hospital Review’s Academic Medical Center/Health System COO to Know for 2024. The Becker’s list recognizes chief operating officers who lead academic ...
HARRISON / WEST ORANGE, NJ – As NJ/NY Gotham FC maintains an unparalleled commitment to elevated player resources and player care, the reigning National Women’s Soccer League champions today announced RWJBarnabas Health, New Jersey’s most comprehensive academic health care system, as the club’s ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Chronic Illness Management Program at Children’s Specialized Hospital, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, was named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s inaugural list of 36 hospitals and health systems with great diabetes and endocrinology programs, joining programs from around the ...
TAPinto is excited to announce the addition of AccuWeather on all of its local news platforms. You will now be able to get the local weather forecast at the same place you trust for original local news. "You asked and we listened. According to our annual reader survey, our readers have said they ...
Finding the right summer camp for your child requires some thought. There are several things to consider, such as activities, costs, and staff qualifications. Whether you’re leaving your child for a few hours or a few weeks, you want to know they’re safe, learning new skills, and becoming more ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ - Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by NJ.com Top Workplaces. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey ...
LIVIVNGSTON, NJ - No one anticipates heart disease, but preparing a plan for it is essential, especially for those among the nearly half of U.S. adults—approximately 116 million—battling high blood pressure or hypertension. Often referred to as the “silent killer” due to its asymptomatic nature, ...
NEWARK, NJ – In a perfect combination of two organizations that are passionately committed to the state of New Jersey, RWJBarnabas Health and the New Jersey Devils today jointly announced the multi-year extension of their innovative partnership that will strengthen the impact the two enterprises ...
West Orange, NJ, February 21, 2024 — RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, has appointed Lynda Markoe as Chief People Officer, effective immediately. In her new role, Ms. Markoe will be responsible for leading the system’s human resource ...
February is American Heart Month, and with recently published research indicating blood pressure control has worsened in both men and women since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to use this month to get a blood pressure screening and focus on becoming heart healthy. The ...
.jpg)
