By: Mia Ingui Sitting down to focus and complete your homework is no easy task, but add having ADHD, and doing homework can become a near impossible task. Children with attention deficit hyperac- tive disorder, or ADHD, should have special care when it comes to completing their homework in order to keep them focused and … Continued

A bill requiring pharmacists to educate their patients on the safe disposal of unused, unwanted or expired drugs and needles was approved by the Assembly today. Assemblymen Sean Kean and Edward Thomson sponsor the bill (S3240) which cleared the Senate last month and now moves to Gov. Phil Murphy’s desk for consideration. One of three … Continued

By Katie Greene Whenever the topic of brain training games comes up, particularly to combat the onset of aging-related dementia, we like to point to this well-researched article. It contains a wealth of information, and a large list of games and activities that are truly beneficial in brain training. However, it is a rather lengthy … Continued

ANSWER: Admission vs. observation can have a major impact on the out of pocket cost for care. Prior to the Affordable Care Act hospitals were not held accountable for the number of readmissions that occurred within a 30 day period, which factored in driving up the cost of healthcare. The ACA now emphasizes “performance”, hospitals … Continued

By Linda McAndrew RN, BSN • Director of Nursing In both the Christian and Jewish religion, Easter and Passover are considered to be two of the most important holidays of the year. Both of these holidays signify hope and transformation and both play an important part in family life. How can we help seniors with … Continued

By Susan Heckler Any type of loss or trauma throws your entire life into a tailspin. The loss of a loved one can particularly impact your emotional and physical health. When you are under stress, ever notice a change in your blood pressure? It also throws off your cholester- ol levels, brain chemistry, blood sugar … Continued

By Cassandra Mayall Synthetic cannabinoids (“synthetic marijuana,” “Spice,” “K2”) are various manmade chemicals that some people may use as an alternative to marijuana. These seemingly inno- cent little packages of “fake weed” can cause serious side effects that are very different from those of marijuana. Synthetic cannabinoid products can be toxic. As a result, people … Continued

Submitted By. Drs. Joseph Nappi, DC and Sam Joniz, ND Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that cannot be made by the body therefore it must be attained from the diet. It is a powerful antioxidant which helps prevent oxidative stress, and plays a key role in the formation of collagen. When administered by intravenous … Continued

Nichole Chobin, East Windsor, NJ resident and nationally recognized MS patient, advocate and speaker, will attend a legislative day in DC. Nichole is a fighter and on a mission to spread awareness and help others. Diagnosed in 2006, Nichole works to continue and maintain a daily life of normalcy due to this life-altering disease. She … Continued

Perched on a rock above a gushing waterfall, this historic house was built for a Pittsburgh family by architect Frank Lloyd Wright in the 1930s, ingeniously designed to blend harmoniously into the tranquil and beautiful woods around it. Wright is regarded as one of American architecture’s most influential figures. During his de- cades-long career as … Continued