QUEENS, NY — Dr. Zhi Alan Cheng, a former physician at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens hospital, was arraigned on new charges of sexual abuse. This development follows previous indictments for assaulting patients …
Health and Wellness
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TRENTON, NJ – In an effort to combat underage vaping in New Jersey, lawmakers are proposing an law that will require a signature for mail and carrier delivery of vape …
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TRENTON, NJ — A crucial piece of legislation aimed at combating the shortage of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) in New Jersey has made significant progress, passing the Senate Budget and …
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Taylor Farms Pacific has initiated a recall of approximately 19,976 pounds of ready-to-eat apple walnut with chicken salad bowl products. The recall is due to misbranding and the presence of …
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TRENTON, NJ – During the COVID-19 pandemic, New Jersey had a higher death rate than 49 other states in America. Despite desperate lockdowns, vaccine mandates, and long-term social distancing policies, …
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JACKSON, NJ – A decade has passed since Eileen Wiederspan of Jackson, NJ, received a kidney transplant that saved her life. Today, she dedicates herself to advocating for organ and …
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New Jersey Says it Faces Vaccine-Preventable Disease Outbreaks, Measles, Mumps, MMR
by Indira Patelby Indira PatelTRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is addressing public health concerns following the confirmation of a measles case earlier this year and the investigation of eight …
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TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Ocean County Prosecutor’s office has announced a development in a legal case stemming from a tragic overdose death in Berkeley Township. On March 4, Ryan …
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CRANBURY, NJ—A New Jersey-based cheese manufacturer has been identified as the source of an E. coli outbreak in the United States. The FDA and CDC, alongside state and local partners, …
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Weed World as New York Pushes Record Number of Marijuana Dispensary Licenses
by Adam Devineby Adam DevineNEW YORK, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul announced a significant expansion in New York’s cannabis industry, with the State Cannabis Control Board approving 109 new licenses, marking a substantial increase …
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TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey has reached a significant milestone in its cannabis industry, with the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) reporting that the state now has 102 medicinal …
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Will Virus X Be Another Human Mistake Caused by Reckless Study of Deadly Viruses?
by Dinesh Patelby Dinesh PatelPRINCETON, NJ – As the world cautiously navigates the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a question looms large in the collective consciousness: Why do we continue to study deadly viruses, …
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New Providence, NJ – On February 14, a New Jersey man celebrates Valentine’s Day and the 5-year anniversary of his lifesaving heart transplant, highlighting the significance of National Donor Day. …
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Jackson, NJ – Jackson School District officials have decided to keep schools open for the remainder of the normal school day despite an unexpected shift in the weather that brought …
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A recent Bentley-Gallup Business in Society Report reveals that only seventeen percent of U.S. adults know the cost of their healthcare products or services before receiving them, indicating a widespread …
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A recent report from Freedonia Custom Research (FCR), a division of Marketresearch.com, has shed light on the effects of New Jersey’s single-use bag ban on consumer habits, retail operations, and …
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Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey State Police, in collaboration with the Marine Services Bureau and the National Weather Service, issued a cautionary statement today regarding the dangers posed by …
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The “Live Healthy Ocean County” (LHOC) program, offered by the Ocean County Health Department (OCHD), is a public health initiative designed to promote cardiovascular health and wellness among the residents …
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TRENTON, NJ – Rizo-López Foods, Inc. (“RLF”) has initiated a voluntary recall of several dairy products following concerns of potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium poses a serious health …
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Bel Air, MD – The Harford County Sheriff’s Office has relayed an important update from UM Upper Chesapeake Health concerning local healthcare facilities. As of 7 a.m. today, Harford Memorial …
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New Jersey’s beer brewing history is rich and diverse, with a landscape dotted by breweries that have garnered acclaim and a dedicated following. From coastal Cape May to the bustling …
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Blackwood, NJ – Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center in Blackwood, New Jersey, is embracing a unique approach this Valentine’s Day to both address pet overpopulation and offer a cathartic experience …
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Sussex County, NJ – A hunting accident in the Pequest Wildlife Management Area of Hampton Township, Sussex County, prompted a rapid response from New Jersey State Troopers, resulting in a …
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Trenton, NJ – In a significant move to enhance child safety in vehicles, a new bill has been introduced that substantially increases the penalties for drivers who fail to properly …
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The Senate Labor Committee in New Jersey has taken a significant step in the advancement of civil rights law with the passage of a bill sponsored by Senator Andrew Zwicker. …