March is Social Work Month, and a great opportunity to learn about the important teams who work with patients and families to provide support during life’s most challenging moments. In New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s proclamation of March 2022 as …
45 Is the New 50 When It Comes to Colorectal Cancer Screening
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When caught early, colorectal cancer is one of the most curable types of cancer. Routine screenings also help prevent colorectal cancers.
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and it is a …
Avoid Portion Distortion: Tips for Mindful Eating
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Value meals, free refills, supersizing, and add-ons. It seems as if our favorite restaurants – especially those serving fast food – are constantly offering us ways to get “more” for our …
Commentary: Comprehensive Stroke Center Designations Matter
On February 12, 2022, MedPage Today wrote about the findings of Radoslav Raychev, MD, of the University of California Los Angeles, which were presented at the American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference:
…“Stroke centers with advanced Joint Commission certifications did
6 Common Digestive Health Issues and When to Seek Treatment
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Digestive health issues can be hard to stomach. Literally.
From stress to food sensitivities, various factors can wreak havoc on your digestive health. How do you know when to check in …
Does This Popular Treatment Prevent Cardiovascular Disease?
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February is American Heart Month, a great time to think about heart-healthy habits. Many people take low-dose aspirin (baby aspirin) daily to help prevent cardiovascular disease. New guidelines from the U.S. …
No Matter Your Parenting Style, Trust Your Child’s Health to Cooper
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Organic food.
Co-sleeping.
Screen time.
Participation trophies.
When you have children in your life, there is always a hot topic up for debate. But at the end of the day, we …
Foot Pain: An Unexpected Consequence of the Pandemic
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Jokes about “pandemic dressing” aside, months spent at home have caused many of us to experience unanticipated issue: foot problems.
“A year or more of walking around in unstructured footwear …
Expert Tips to Safely Start an Exercise Program
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If one of your 2022 goals was to start an exercise program, give yourself a pat on the back. Exercise is sure-fire way to improve your overall health and well-being.
There …
Do You Have “The Blues” or Is It More Serious?
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By Dina Goldstein Silverman, PhD, Psychologist, Cooper University Health Care
Winter is upon us. The days are shorter, the hectic holiday season is here, and the COVID-19 pandemic is still …