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Dangers of Too Much Sun Exposure

July 29, 2011 Leave a Comment

As you think about heading to the shore this weekend for some rest and relaxation in the sun, you might want to consider covering up a bit as New Jersey has one of the highest incidents of melanoma in the U.S. "Enjoy it, but enjoy it in moderation and with common sense," said Warren R. Heymann, MD, Head of the Division of Dermatology at Cooper.

Artist Employee Makes Donation to Cooper Cancer Institute

July 28, 2011 Leave a Comment

Dolores Cohen, AdministrativeAssistant for the Cooper Voorhees facilities and professional artist, donated the first print of an oil painting she created of the Dr. Diane Barton Complementary Medicine Healing Garden to Cooper Cancer Institute. “I believe that The Dr. Diane Barton Complementary Medicine Program Healing Garden offers the experience of serenity and peace to anyone who visits, and I wanted to convey that feeling on canvas."

Dr. Kupersmith Named Deputy CMO, Hospital Operations

July 28, 2011 Leave a Comment

Eric E. Kupersmith, MD, Head of the Division of Hospital Medicine, has been appointed Deputy Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for Hospital Operations. Reporting toCarolyn E. Bekes, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Kupersmith’s responsibilities include hospital throughput and quality, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of services to patients.

Third Grade Students Lift Spirits of Pediatric Patients with Itunes Gift Card

July 28, 2011 2 Comments

Like most typical 3rd grade students, Julia Costantino and Lilly Sirover, both age 9, love downloading and playing games on their iPad Touches. After hearing that the Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper uses iPads to entertain the pediatric patients during their stay, the girls wanted to share their love of gaming with others.

PBS Frontline Series to Debut In-Depth Piece on the Camden Coalition

July 25, 2011 Leave a Comment

Frontline will feature an interview with Jeffrey Brenner, MD, Director of the Camden Coalition and family medicine specialist at Cooper University Hospital. The program takes an inside look at the issues of urban medicine and the unique approaches that Dr. Brenner and his team are using to address “superutilizers” of the healthcare system.

Mammograms at 40 – Just Do It!

July 25, 2011 Leave a Comment

Friday morning on FOX29, Karen J. Hendershott, MD, breast surgeon at Cooper, was interviewed regarding newly released information confirming the importance of annual mammograms starting at age 40.

State Bill Could Change Tanning Salon Industry

July 25, 2011 1 Comment

This week, the Gloucester County Times published an article about a bill in the state Assembly that could prohibit all teens under the age of 18 — even with parental consent — from using indoor tanning facilities. According to Lori B. Feldman-Winter, MD, Head, Adolescent Medicine at Cooper, tanning booths, just like exposure to the sun, pose skin cancer risks, despite being regulated and monitored indoors.

Emergency Department “Reality” Series Set to Go Online

July 20, 2011 Leave a Comment

Michael Chansky, MD, Chief, Department of Emergency Medicine was interviewed by the Gloucester County Times about the upcoming "Behind the Medicine:12 Hours in the Emergency Department" premiering July 21st.

10 Scariest Food Additives

July 19, 2011 Leave a Comment

Christine Wilkinson, MS, RD, LDN, Dietitian at Cooper, was interviewed by FOX29 about a list of the 10 scariest food additives, according to Men’s Health Magazine. Among the list are Olestra, Caramel Coloring, Saccharin, Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil and Sulfites

Crazy Susan’s Sisters are “Tough Cookies”

July 18, 2011 1 Comment

Since the premiere of the Food Network's “Tough Cookies” on Monday, starring Cooper employees Susan Adair and Linda Brand, the show has received great reviews. According to New Jersey Newsroom, these “tough cookies” are here to revive the Jersey Shore as an attractive tourist destination for both those who love the surf and those with a sweet tooth.