Your Annual Checkup Is More Important Than Ever – Here’s Why
Many have be diligent about hand-washing, mask-wearing and more. But there’s another key task you shouldn't avoid: Seeing your doctor for your annual checkup.
Health & Wellness
Breaking Down Common Myths About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Our friends at Hackensack Meridian Health join us to break down some common myths about the COVID-19 vaccine as it starts to become more widely available.
Hospitals, already reeling, face $38M in cuts in new NJ budget
To reduce state spending more than $19 million, Gov. Phil Murphy would cut charity care and graduate medical education. That would reduce a federal match.
Coronavirus makes housing’s health and cost struggles worse
Even before the pandemic, 1 in 10 New Jersey adults was considered "housing unstable," either without a steady place to live or worried they'd lose it.
NJ task force spends hours on question of banning vape flavors
A task force appointed by Gov. Phil Murphy heard more than three hours of testimony for and against a sweeping crackdown on electronic cigarettes.
Superstorm Sandy caused $3B in health impacts, says new report
More than $540 million in illness-related costs were inflicted in New Jersey by Superstorm Sandy, according to a new report on health and climate change.
Bill mandates eye exams for all kids (though most don’t need it)
Ophthalmologists stand to gain a lot of work from the proposal but say it's an unnecessary burden on children and families. Improve screenings, they say.