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Capital Health Launches New Jersey's First "Autism-Friendly" Pediatric Emergency Room
01/01/2014
Capital Health announced today that it has launched an “autism-friendly” program in its pediatric emergency department to better serve patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families.
Pediatric emergency department staff…
Good Morning America News Anchor Inspires During Breast Center Celebration
01/01/2014
For Good Morning America News (GMA) anchor Amy Robach, breast cancer wasn’t on her radar. She was young, fit and had no family history. Roughly 10 months later, she wears the badge of breast cancer survivor.
During a celebration of the…
Breast Center Earns National Accreditation
01/01/2014
Women looking for a comprehensive breast program that is nationally recognized, but also convenient, can find all they are looking for at Capital Health’s Center for Comprehensive Breast Care. Located at Capital Health Medical Center –…
A Center of Excellence for Breast Imaging
01/01/2014
“When it’s time to plan a treatment strategy for breast cancer, it’s very important to have a clear road map with every advanced imaging tool at your disposal. At Capital Health, we have a nationally accredited Breast Imaging Center of…
How to Be Care-Free at 50
01/01/2014
Colorectal cancers are the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States but, when found early, have an almost 90% chance for cure.
Turning 50 is an important milestone but it’s also the age where you become at-risk for…
A Deeper Understanding of DVT
01/01/2014
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot develops in a major vein, mostly in the lower leg and thigh. While there is a wide range of symptoms that patients may have (see sidebar), DVT can also move from the legs and block the…
Dialing 3 Numbers Can Save a Life
01/01/2014
When you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, dial 9-1-1. This sounds simple to some but many people hesitate.
“When I’m out in the community, people tell me they don’t call 9-1-1 because they’re scared to…
Eating Healthy: A Simple Approach
01/01/2014
Fad diets like the cabbage soup diet or South Beach are common and may provide short-term weight loss but eventually the weight returns.
“Diets should offer a balanced eating and exercise approach, promise gradual results over rapid…
Find Your Fall Sleeping Rhythm
01/01/2014
The start of “Back to School” and the slow shortening of days may have you thinking about changes to your sleep schedule.
Healthy sleep patterns are based on routine. Any disruption to the schedule or routine and you might face lasting…
Bringing Focus to Autism and Parkinson’s Disease
01/01/2014
April is both Autism and Parkinson’s awareness month at Capital Institute for Neurosciences, board certified neurologists offer focused programs for people with these neurological disorders. This includes extensive diagnostic evaluations…