It seems impossible now, but before my son was born, my knowledge of Down syndrome was limited to a few volunteer experiences in high school and the 1980s drama “Life Goes On.” Fast forward eight years, and it seems half of my friends are connected in some way to Down syndrome. Everywhere I go, I … Continued
By, Susan Heckler Half of the American population regularly takes four or more prescription med- ications. Now is a good time to look at your medications, see if you still need them and discard the unnecessary. In many cases, a more effective alternative may have been released or a less expensive choice. A whopping 52% … Continued
By Abigail Urban The Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice (BRCSJ) is a non-profit dedicated to providing a safe environment and educational space for people of every background. Chief Activist Robt Seda-Schreiber and his colleagues make it their goal to protect and respect all people, from the LGBTQIA community, to immigrants and to those of … Continued
By, Susan Heckler Every child is an individual, the below is a guideline which may need some customizing based on your child’s wants, needs, and abilities. Grade-by-Grade at a Glance Kindergarten should be simple and free — one or two after-school activities a week are more than enough. A great choice may involve their creative … Continued
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A revolutionary procedure gave way to a quick recovery for Larry Garfinkel, 87, after a fall outside his Summit, New Jersey home. When Larry Garfinkel, former VP of International Public Affairs at AT&T, arrived at Overlook Medical Center, he didn’t know what his diagnosis – or his treatment options – would be. Earlier that day, … Continued
Noteworthy Pulmonologist Specializing in Critical Care and Hypertension Medicine, George Julius Poiani Jr, MD Recognized as a 2018 Top Doctor in Bridgewater, NJ George Julius Poiani Jr, MD, Pulmonologist with the Somerset Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Center, and affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, has been named a 2018 Top Doctor in Bridgewater, New … Continued
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and acid reflux have been used interchangeably. GERD affects about 10 to 20% of adult population. It is a condition where stomach contents enter the esophagus due to a weak lower esophageal sphincter. Common symptoms include heartburn and a sense of acid or sour taste in the back of the mouth. Nausea and … Continued
By Dhimant Balar, DO For many middle school and high school students, summer is the time to relax: no alarms, lazy days by the pool or at the beach, later bedtimes. But these months of relax- ation can result in injury when student-athletes return to the field in September if they aren’t careful. When the … Continued
By Sangeeta Garg, MD Most women are natural caregivers—quick to nurture children, make medical appointments for their spouses, and pitch in when a friend needs help. The last person many women care for are themselves. How- ever, this self-neglect can be harmful to your heart. Here are 8 ways you may be harming your heart. … Continued