These 30 NJ hospitals just received an 'A' for patient safetyThese 30 NJ hospitals just received an 'A' for patient safetyNew Jersey hospitals have stepped up their game since the fall, according to a report released Wednesday by a health care advocacy group.Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
What are you breathing in? NJ counties graded on air qualityWhat are you breathing in? NJ counties graded on air quality"Climate change is making air pollution more likely to form and more difficult to clean up," said Michael Seilback, the American Lung Association's assistant vice president for nationwide advocacy.Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
New limits set for 'forever chemicals' in NJ's water supplyNew limits set for 'forever chemicals' in NJ's water supplyNow it's on utilities to fall in line with the strict standards, perhaps at the expense of ratepayers.Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
5 Important Reasons to Become an Organ & Tissue Donor Today5 Important Reasons to Become an Organ & Tissue Donor TodayOur friends at RWJBarnabas Health are raising awareness about organ and tissue donation this month in honor of Donate Life Month. Paid Guest ColumnPaid Guest Column
Rutgers makes about-face on COVID vaccination policyRutgers makes about-face on COVID vaccination policyIn March 2021, the university became the first in the nation to require COVID vaccination.Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
'Gas station heroin' hurting more naive residents in New Jersey'Gas station heroin' hurting more naive residents in New JerseyNew Jersey officials knew a problem was brewing in the summer, and now they're trying to avoid an epidemic.Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
Here’s where the least healthy people in NJ liveHere’s where the least healthy people in NJ liveNew health stats are out, courtesy of the University Wisconsin Population Health Institute’s annual County Health rankings.Bill DoyleBill Doyle
Why this spring is worse for allergy sufferers in New JerseyWhy this spring is worse for allergy sufferers in New JerseyEven folks who don't get too agitated by the pollen circulating in the air may find themselves reaching for the tissue box this spring.Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
Patient safety: 11 NJ hospitals ranked among nation's bestPatient safety: 11 NJ hospitals ranked among nation's bestAnd three in New Jersey are in the top 15% for the overall patient experience.Dino FlammiaDino Flammia
Ticks Are Out Early In New Jersey! Here's Why Ticks Are Out Early In New Jersey! Here's Why Keep An Eye Out For Ticks Now! One of the most annoying and at times dangerous bugs we encounter here in the Garden State is the "Tick". Shawn MichaelsShawn Michaels