By Ankur Desai, MD With a new year in full swing, it is often a perfect time for introspection on our lives, and we find ourselves motivated to make significant changes with the goal of making ourselves better, more successful people. These changes can vary widely, from changing our image physi- cally, to thinking about … Continued

Under a new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy and sponsored Assemblyman Ron Dancer, prescription drug costs will be more affordable and transparent by elimi- nating controversial practices known as clawbacks and gag clauses. The bill (S2690/A3993/A2214) prohibits pharmacy benefit managers, the mid- dleman that manage the prescription drug part of health insurance plans, from … Continued

By Pam Teel Until the 1940s, quinine was the go-to way to treat malaria infections. Its history is one tightly entangled with the history of European empires, and their quests for domination in the malar- ia-ridden areas of the world. The history of this drug, and the plant it derives from, stretches the globe, from … Continued

With the addition of interventional pain specialist Jagjeet Singh, MD and the opening of the of its new office in Freehold, Altair Health – one of the nation’s first physician- managed healthcare systems devoted to comprehensive spine care- continues to expand as it revolutionizes spine care for patients in New Jersey. Dual Board-certified in interventional … Continued

By Lauren Kolacki Everyone loves a warm, crackling fire — but maybe not the smoky buildup and soot it leaves behind on your brick and glass. To clean fireplace glass without leaving a scratch, crumple a piece of newspaper, wet it, then sprinkle some baking soda on it. Rub the dirty area of the glass, … Continued

By Lauren Kolacki Freezing temperatures and heavy snow can be havoc on your home. It is important to take care of your home to prevent additional wear and tear on your home’s structure. The accumulation and weight of snow on your roof can cause severe dam- age to while eliminating water damage as well to … Continued

Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. It has many benefits, including improving your overall health and fitness, and reducing your risk for many chronic diseases. There are many different types of exercise: It is important to pick the right types for you. Most people benefit from a … Continued

Two major health bills authored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) were attached to an end-of-year, must-pass spending package became a law. The first bill—the TICK Act—creates a “new whole-of-government national strategy to combat Lyme” and other tick borne diseases. It authorizes $150 million in federal funding for Centers of Excellence and important Lyme initiatives at … Continued

Why your posture matters and how to fix it Are you craning your head forward or slumped in your chair as you read this? If so, you may be doing your body harm. Sitting in a slumped position doesn’t just look sloppy. It reduces your lung capacity and can lead to high blood pressure, digestive … Continued

At some point during chemotherapy, you may feel: Frustrated Helpless Lonely Anxious Depressed Afraid Angry It is normal to have a wide range of feelings while going through chemo- therapy. After all, living with cancer and going through treatment can be stressful. You may also feel fatigue, which can make it harder to cope with … Continued