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The first of what we anticipate to be several available COVID-19 vaccines has been authorized for emergency use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has arrived at Cooper. …
Handling Holiday Changes During COVID-19
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The COVID-19 pandemic will affect many of us this holiday season. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends avoiding large gatherings with friends and family members who do not …
Herd Immunity, Vaccines, and COVID-19
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Herd immunity is the concept that if enough people within the same community become immune to a disease, further spread becomes less likely. As a result, the entire community may be …
On International Men’s Day, A Candid Conversation About Men’s Sexual Health
International Men’s Day is celebrated on November 19th, in the midst of “Movember”, which raises awareness for prostate and testicular cancer. Better health for men and boys is the 2020 theme for International Men’s Day, and better health starts with …
Understanding Clinical Trials and the COVID-19 Vaccine
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Recent public announcements by both Pfizer and Moderna suggest that vaccines for COVID-19 developed by these companies may be approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the …
Put Safety on the Menu This Thanksgiving
This year, your Thanksgiving table might be a bit smaller than usual. But even if your celebration is limited to your immediate household, carving safety should still be on the menu. And, if you’re planning on having young helpers, scroll …
Recognizing CDC and World Antimicrobial Awareness Week
It’s CDC and World Antimicrobial Awareness Week!
Every year, World Antimicrobial Awareness Week aims to increase awareness of global antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and to encourage best practices among the general public, health workers and policy makers to stop the further …
What People With Asthma Need To Know About COVID-19
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COVID-19 has made life a little more complicated for everyone, especially those with pre-existing conditions, such as asthma.
Asthma is a chronic disease that causes the airways to inflame and narrow, …
Can Your Thanksgiving Be Enjoyable – And Safe? Yes!
Protecting our loved ones is a priority this holiday season, and that includes making informed decisions about family and social gatherings. With COVID-19 activity rising across New Jersey, there are several things to consider to assess the risk and …
Dr. Jamin Morrison Reflects on Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and the Death of Alex Trebek
Many of us are saddened by the passing of Alex Trebek. So many of us welcomed him into our homes and lives each evening — and learned a tremendous amount from him. Sadly, he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and …