RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- For allergy sufferers, the impact of warmer temperatures can mean sneezing, runny noses and a slew of other discomforts. And with this year’s winter warmer than usual, experts are predicting an early and heavy pollen season. However, sufferers aren't going it alone."Although pollen can be difficult to avoid entirely, these tips will help sufferers enjoy the ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- With most things in life, a bit of planning goes a long way. This is especially true when dealing with advance directives and end-of-life decision making. An advance directive is a written statement of a person's wishes regarding medical treatment should the person be unable to communicate them to a doctor. Contrary to popular belief, filling out an advance directive ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- As autism spectrum disorders are being diagnosed in ever increasing numbers, it's crucial for parents to recognize the warning signs of autism. Thanks to the doctors and staff at The Valley Hospital's Kireker Center, parents are able to seek help and understand the intervention options available if they notice delayed development in their child.According to Dr. Lisa ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- For expecting parents in Bergen County, The Valley Hospital is putting its pregnancy and childbirth expertise in the palm of users' hands, thanks to the hospital's new Pregnancy to Parenthood app.The free app makes it easy for parents to access tools and information pertaining to pregnancy, childbirth and beyond. Families can follow their baby’s development, manage ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- For young athletes, concussion are quickly becoming a growing problem. Usually caused by a bump or blow to the head, concussions occur when the brain, suspended inside the skull and surrounded by fluid, continues to travel with momentum until it “bangs” up against the skull. In order to ensure that those who might experience concussions are accurately diagnosed and ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- For those suffering from chronic joint pain, constant discomfort and limited mobility are a way of life. However, joint pain doesn't have to mean the end to one's favorite activities. In fact, for those looking to return to an active and pain-free lifestyle, total joint replacement may be the solution. Thanks to The Valley Hospital’s Total Joint Replacement Center, ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- What if heart disease was as much a result of psychological stress as it was overall health? According to doctors like Dr. Elliot Brown, a cardiologist with Valley Medical Group, research is proving this correlation is stronger than many once thought.Known as behavioral cardiology, this growing field examines the mind-body connection and the lifestyle behaviors that ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Most people know that not getting enough sleep can impact day to day life, but many are surprised to hear that a lack of sleep can also negatively impact your heart health. "As Americans increasingly cut back on sleep in favor of social, leisure or work-related activities, the relation of sleep disorders to cardiac disease is becoming clearer," said Dr. ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- When it comes to successfully treating atrial fibrillation -- also known as AFib -- collaboration in care is more crucial than ever.Atrial fibrillation, or an irregular heartbeat, can cause blood clots, stroke and heart failure, affecting more than 2.7 million Americans. With that number poised to double by 2050, research has suggested that a comprehensive treatment ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- According to the American Heart Association, a heart attack strikes someone in the United States once every 43 seconds, and is the leading killer amongst men and women. However, ensuring your heart is healthy and operating efficiently is easier than many think.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that key factors for heart disease include high blood ...