All stroke survivors, their families and caregivers are invited to join our Stroke Support Group. Our multidisciplinary Stroke Center team will provide educational information and answer your questions. To register, visit https://www.rwjbh.org/~/events/event/?event=26412
Learn techniques to prevent accidents and/or tickets in this AARP defensive driving course. Certificates awarded upon completion of the course may entitle participants to an auto insurance discount. RWJUH Somerset - MCC Operations Room, $35 (AARP Member Discount accepted) To register, call 908-685-2814. Breakfast and lunch included.
Discover the risk factors for brain cancer, causes, the different types, signs & symptoms, diagnostic tools such as CAT scan, MRI, etc., treatments, prognosis and prevention strategies. Hear from a patient who is battling glioblastoma. Eshan Patel, MD, hematologist and oncologist Leo Weisheit, glioblastoma warrior Roxanne Black Weisheit, Leo’s wife and advocate To register, visit https://www.rwjbh.org/~/events/event/?event=26727 […]
Promotes the management of COPD and other chronic lung disease (i.e. asthma, pulmonary fibrosis or lung cancer), offers a sense of belonging and hope and aims to improve quality of life. To register, visit https://www.rwjbh.org/~/events/event/?event=26409
For those who have not seen a dermatologist in the last two years and have not been diagnosed with skin cancer. Smita Agarwal, MD, dermatologist Somerset Family Practice Call 908-685-2814 for appointment
Anyone who is considering bariatric surgery as well as post-surgical patients are welcome to attend. The group will discuss topics such as healthy meal ideas; mindful eating; emotional eating; the importance of exercise; surviving the holidays; smart shopping and how to eat healthy while dining out. Tia Hagins, RD, community nutritionist To register for […]
Understand the importance of the physician-patient relationship, how to select the appropriate doctor, strategies to build trust and how to enhance communication to maximize your health and well-being. Melissa Richardson, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, nurse practitioner/nurse manager To register, visit https://www.rwjbh.org/~/events/event/?event=26728 Offered in collaboration with Friends Health Connection.
Join RWJUH Somerset staff and the Somerset Patriots for an evening of baseball and wellness. Interactive table displays on various health issues and screenings will be offered on the concourse before and during the game. Concourse of Somerset Patriot’s TD Bank Ballpark
Learn how the coronavirus impacts memory, risk factors, the signs & symptoms, causes of mental confusion, duration of brain fog, other neurological problems caused by the virus, diagnosis and treatment options. Sharon Parrillo, RN, director of infection prevention To register, visit https://www.rwjbh.org/~/events/event/?event=26730 Offered in collaboration with Friends Health Connection.