RWJBarnabas Heart Labs Earn ACC Accreditation At 11 NJ Hospitals RWJBarnabas Heart Labs Earn ACC Accreditation At 11 NJ Hospitals
Rwjbarnabas Heart Labs Earn ACC Accreditation At 11 NJ Hospitals RWJBarnabas Health has received Cardiac Catheterization Lab Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for 11 hospitals across New Jersey. RWJBarnabas Health announced in a press release that the recognition followed an onsite review of how staff evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients in cardiac catheterization labs across the system. The accreditation recognizes the system’s use of evidence‑based practices at all hospital locations, aimed at making treatment more consistent for patients at any RWJBarnabas Health cardiac catheterization lab. Hospitals earning the designati…
Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction
Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a widespread problem for middle-aged and older men. Certain medical conditions such as diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and hypertension (high blood pressure) increase a man’s risk of developing ED. A significant link between hypertension and ED has been shown in men, so let’s take a moment to talk about how to manage your blood pressure and prevent ED. How does high blood pressure affect ED? High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but, over time, it can damage the lining of your blood vessels. It also causes arteries to harden and narrow, which limits blo…
Two Fair Lawn Employees Got Married, Then Hallmark Made Their Town The Star Two Fair Lawn Employees Got Married, Then Hallmark Made Their Town The Star
Two Fair Lawn Employees Got Married, Then Hallmark Made Their Town The Star When Hallmark cameras arrived to film the wedding of Fair Lawn employees Liz Maresca and Nicholas Magarelli, producers found themselves telling more than a love story: They were putting an entire hometown in the spotlight. The couple married on April 12 after reconnecting years after graduating from Fair Lawn High School. Now, their wedding is being featured on Hallmark's new series, "Mom's the Bride," which premiered Thursday, June 4. Their episode follows Maresca and Magarelli's journey to the altar while showcasing the community where they grew up, work, and fell in love. "What I loved …
CT Ranks High Among 'Cheese-Obsessed' States: Favorite Varieties Also Revealed In New Survey CT Ranks High Among 'Cheese-Obsessed' States: Favorite Varieties Also Revealed In New Survey
CT Ranks High Among 'Cheese-Obsessed' States: Favorite Varieties Also Revealed In New Survey A new food survey suggests one kitchen staple has moved well beyond snack status. Talker Research released the survey on Tuesday, May 26, after polling 5,000 Americans, 100 in each state, about how they eat, buy, and think about cheese. The survey was conducted by Talker Research and commissioned by Undeniably Dairy, which represents American dairy farmers and importers. It was released ahead of National Dairy Month, which begins with National Cheese Day on Thursday, June 4. The headline number: 52 percent of Americans surveyed self-identified as cheese-obsessed. For many, cheese is part…
DC Hasn't Been This Dry In Nearly 25 Years As Residents Are Asked To Cut Back Amid Drought DC Hasn't Been This Dry In Nearly 25 Years As Residents Are Asked To Cut Back Amid Drought
DC Hasn't Been This Dry In Nearly 25 Years As Residents Are Asked To Cut Back Amid Drought The DC region is on pace for its driest year in nearly 25 years, according to the National Weather Service, as worsening conditions along the Potomac River have triggered a Drought Watch affecting customers across Maryland and Virginia. So far in 2026, just 16.65 inches of precipitation have been reported in Washington, compared to 23.31 inches at the same point in 2002, the last year conditions were this dry, according to DC Water. The Drought Watch issued on Wednesday, June 3, was prompted by dry conditions, above-average temperatures, and below-normal water levels in the Potomac River, w…
'Didn't Lose Any Of Them': Goose Family Escorted To Safety Off I-95 In Aberdeen (WATCH) 'Didn't Lose Any Of Them': Goose Family Escorted To Safety Off I-95 In Aberdeen (WATCH)
'Didn't Lose Any Of Them': Goose Family Escorted To Safety Off I-95 In Aberdeen (Watch) A family of geese took a wrong turn onto one of Maryland's busiest highways Tuesday morning, leading to a dramatic rescue caught on camera. Five tiny goslings found themselves in a dangerous place Tuesday morning, June 2, when a family of geese ended up in the right lane of I-95 near mile marker 77.5 outside Aberdeen. What happened next looked more like a scene from a cartoon than a police call. The ducks being rescued in Aberdeen. Aberdeen Police Department Body camera footage released by the Aberdeen Police Department shows Officer Buettner and several Good Samaritans working tog…
Why Many Americans Say They’re Not Ready For Summer, Survey Reveals Why Many Americans Say They’re Not Ready For Summer, Survey Reveals
Why Many Americans Say They’re Not Ready For Summer, Survey Reveals Summer mode is arriving early, but not everyone feels ready for the switch. The average American considers Thursday, May 21, the “real” start of summer, according to a new survey of 5,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research for Factor. The survey found that 92 percent of Americans are in “summer mode” before the season officially begins. Still, respondents said they feel only 67 percent prepared for the warmer months. Some of the most summer-ready states are in the North. Respondents in Maine were the most prepared at 74 percent, followed by South Dakota and New Hampshire at 73 percent …
3 Holy Name Care Pros Win $10K Lotus Awards 3 Holy Name Care Pros Win $10K Lotus Awards
3 Holy Name Care Pros Win $10K Lotus Awards Three Holy Name Medical Center healthcare professionals have been named recipients of the Lee Park Foundation's 2026 Lotus Award for Nursing and Clinical Care for their work in patient care and community service. The honors were presented by Jai-Yoo Lee, a director of Lee Park Foundation, on Tuesday, May 5, during Holy Name’s National Nurses Week celebration. The awards went to Erin Davis, PT, Katarina “Kat” Sadlon, RN, and Nura Shehadeh, a patient care technician. Each recipient received a silver handcrafted Lotus pin and a $10,000 cash prize. The Lotus Award for Nursing and Clinical…
Sacred Heart Alum Named To Lead Great River Golf Club In Milford Sacred Heart Alum Named To Lead Great River Golf Club In Milford
Sacred Heart Alum Named To Lead Great River Golf Club In Milford A two-time Sacred Heart University graduate has been named executive director of Great River Golf Club in Milford. Edward Kennedy, a 2012 graduate who earned his MBA from SHU in 2014, will oversee operations at the University-owned club, Sacred Heart University announced in a press release. Great River Golf Club, purchased by SHU in 2016, is an 18-hole championship course in Milford. The course was built in 2001 by golf architect Tom Fazio II and is ranked among Connecticut’s top courses by Golf Digest, Golfweek, and JourneyJunket. Kennedy will work with the Great River leadership team acr…
Mather Hospital Earns Rare Healthgrades Trifecta In 2026 Mather Hospital Earns Rare Healthgrades Trifecta In 2026
Mather Hospital Earns Rare Healthgrades Trifecta In 2026 Mather Hospital has earned three 2026 Healthgrades honors, placing it among a small group of hospitals nationwide recognized for patient experience, safety, and overall clinical quality. The Mather Hospital received the 2026 Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award™, Patient Safety Excellence Award™, and America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award™, according to Northwell Health. Mather is one of only 16 hospitals in the country to receive all three honors in 2026. It is also the only hospital in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut to earn the full set of distinctions. The Outstanding Pa…
Yale New Haven Hospital Marks 200 Years Of Care In New Haven Yale New Haven Hospital Marks 200 Years Of Care In New Haven
Yale New Haven Hospital Marks 200 Years Of Care In New Haven Yale New Haven Hospital celebrated its 200th anniversary with a ceremony in New Haven recognizing two centuries of patient care, medical advances, and community service. Hospital leaders, staff, community members, and elected officials gathered Wednesday, May 27, on the York Street Campus for the bicentennial milestone event. According to Yale New Haven Hospital, the hospital was founded in 1826 as Connecticut’s first nonprofit hospital and the fourth voluntary hospital in the nation. It began as a 13-bed facility and has grown into a more than 1,500-bed institution and the flagship of Yal…
UPMC Harrisburg Earns Highest Level Of Stroke Care Certification UPMC Harrisburg Earns Highest Level Of Stroke Care Certification
Upmc Harrisburg Earns Highest Level Of Stroke Care Certification UPMC Harrisburg has been named a Comprehensive Stroke Center, the highest stroke-care certification awarded by The Joint Commission and the American Stroke Association. UPMC announced in a press release that the recognition centers on the hospital’s ability to handle some of central Pennsylvania’s most complex stroke cases. The designation reflects growth in advanced stroke treatment at the hospital, including round-the-clock care and onsite access to neurosurgical and vascular procedures such as mechanical thrombectomy and aneurysm clipping. “Time is of the essence when responding to a st…