A Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Program
July 25, 2011
When it came to exercise, Veronica Bush always had a ready excuse: The kids needed her. Or the nearest gym was too far. Or she just couldn’t muster the energy. But Bush, 34, a human resources specialist for Verizon Wireless in Basking Ridge, ran out of excuses last year when she … More
July 20, 2011
UMDNJ-The University Hospital in Newark has been ranked number 14 overall in the New York metropolitan area, as well as number 40 nationally in orthopedics, in U.S. News & World Report’s 2011-12 Best Hospitals rankings. Read More
July 19, 2011
Elderly and disabled Medicaid patients and the people who care for them are facing some of the biggest changes in the history of the government insurance program as a result of the new state budget. Nearly all must choose a Medicaid HMO quickly, a shift in the way their health care … More
July 14, 2011
The budget just adopted by the state of New Jersey underscores one clear reality: We can no longer afford many of the government expenses previously thought essential. In this emerging story, a critical fact is often overlooked: New Jersey has one of the most expensive health-care systems in the nation. … More
July 13, 2011
NEWARK — While politicians across the state are crying foul over Gov. Chris Christie’s cuts to entitlement programs, one group of Newarkers is taking their grievance straight to the top. Read More
July 13, 2011
TRENTON – NJ Department of Health and Senior Services Acting Commissioner Dr. Tina Tan today announced the department has awarded nearly $350,000 in federal grants to 18 agencies to expand a community-based program that helps older adults better manage their chronic diseases. Read More
July 5, 2011
Though they usually must be affiliated with an obstetrician to have hospital privileges, nurse-midwives in growing numbers are seeing patients for prenatal visits, then staying for the duration of the hospital birth. Read More