HEALTHIER SOMERSET
NEWS & EVENTS
Starting the School Year Off Right
The summer of 2021 was spent preparing for new and exciting opportunities at both New Jersey Health Communities Network (NJHCN) schools, Alexander Batcho Intermediate School (ABIS) and Smalley School. They continue to work on their AeroGardens, and with the start of the school year in September, they now have the tools needed to expand upon their current projects.
“Building Bridges to Better Health” Awards $10,000 in Mini-Grants in Bound Brook & South Bound Brook
Building Bridges to Better Health, a Healthier Somerset initiative, is pleased to announce the recipients of our Mini-Grants for Community Projects. Congratulations to Somerset County 4-H, in partnership with the 4-H/Middle Earth Student Ambassadors for Community Health, Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County, Bound Brook School District. Each mini-grant will fund projects in Bound Brook/South Bound Brook to help make both towns healthier and stronger communities.
Staying Active in the Classroom
Despite continuous setbacks brought on by the gravity of COVID-19, students at Alexander Batcho Intermediate School are now benefiting from the successful implementation of school gardens and Coordinated Approach to Child Health (CATCH).
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On the Level about Cholesterol
On the Level about Cholesterol
During this webinar, learn about cholesterol, the role it plays in cardiovascular health, the recommended range, the difference between LDL and HDL, modifiable and unmodifiable risk factors, causes of elevated levels, diagnostic tools, suggested frequency of screenings and strategies to your lower cholesterol. Nilani Ravichandran, RN, FNP-BC, DNP To register, visit https://www.rwjbh.org/~/events/event/?event=23478 Offered in …
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Children face many stressors including bullying and peer pressure to vape or consume other substances. Understand how to help your children or youth who are experiencing challenges or addictions by learning typical adolescent development and a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, …
Prostate Cancer Advances amid COVID-19
Prostate Cancer Advances amid COVID-19
During this webinar, understand the risk factors for prostate cancer, symptoms, causes, innovations that led to more precise staging and risk stratification, the pros and cons of active surveillance for prostate cancer, how COVID-19 impacts care, advances in treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy; the benefits of each and …
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Blood Pressure Screening
Blood Pressure Screening
To preregister, call 908.685.2814 for appointment. Screenings will take place in Tarantino Promenade at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Children face many stressors including bullying and peer pressure to vape or consume other substances. Understand how to help your children or youth who are experiencing challenges or addictions by learning typical adolescent development and a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, …
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Weight-Loss Surgery Seminar
Weight-Loss Surgery Seminar
Have you been unsuccessful at keeping the weight off? Weight loss surgery may be the right choice for you. But how do you know if you qualify and which procedure is your best option? Join bariatric surgeons at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset for free seminars to learn about your weight lost surgery options, …
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Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in adults ages 18 and older. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem …
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Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in adults ages 18 and older. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem …
Prostate Cancer Screening
Prostate Cancer Screening
This free PSA screening and exam by a urologist is for high-risk men 35 and over and all men 40 and over with no personal history of prostate cancer. As part of a research study, participants must complete a questionnaire. Registration is required. Call 908.685.2814 to schedule an appointment.
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Prostate Cancer Screening
Prostate Cancer Screening
This free PSA screening and exam by a urologist is for high-risk men 35 and over and all men 40 and over with no personal history of prostate cancer. As part of a research study, participants must complete a questionnaire. Registration is required. Call 908.685.2814 to schedule an appointment. Screenings will take place in Steeplechase …
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Preventive Cancer Screenings Promote Awareness: The Litmus Test to Health
Preventive Cancer Screenings Promote Awareness: The Litmus Test to Health
During this webinar, discover the recommended cancer screenings such as breast, cervical and colon test, the types of cancer screening tests, who should be screened, the suggested age guidelines, the frequency of screenings, the benefits of testing and prevention strategies to reduce risks. Kathleen Toomey, MD, oncologist and medical director of Steeplechase Cancer Center …
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NEWS FROM BUILDING BRIDGES TO BETTER HEALTH
BOUND BROOK & SOUTH BOUND BROOK
