Relay For Life gives cancer survivors a reason to celebrate Residents join American Cancer Society event to honor survivors, remember those lost       A cancer diagnosis is scary, life changing and…a reason to celebrate. Wait … what was that last one? The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life invites folks from across Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean counties to honor and celebrate the lives of cancer survivors within their community. More ... Contact lenses and your eyes By Prinze C. Mack, M.D.       Contact lenses, when used properly, can provide excellent vision and convenience for patients with refractive errors. Whether you are nearsighted, farsighted, or have an astigmatism, contact lenses can make most of your work or school day glasses-free. More ... Senior citizens need to continue to care for their oral health By Loretta Kaes       According to a recent survey by the American Dental Hygienists' Association, 90 percent of adult Americans have, on average, 23.5 teeth. Almost one-third of adults have all 28 teeth, and 50 percent of those ages 55 and older wear partial or complete dentures. These numbers aren't bad, but there cl... More ... FDA: Use the Nutrition Facts Label to make healthy food choices       Since the late 1980s, adult obesity has steadily increased to the point at which more than 65 percent of all Americans are now overweight and over 30 percent are obese. Also, 15 percent of children and adolescents ages 6 to 19 are overweight - nearly double the rate of two decades ago. Prevention... More ... Pediatric survey reveals many parents neglect their children's feet       Warts, ingrown toenails and foot pain bring thousands of adults to doctors' offices every day. But according to new survey results, released by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) during April's Foot Health Awareness Month, many health-conscious parents don't have high standards of ... More ... Allergy expert at UMDNJ offers gardeners tips on avoiding allergens       With the onset of spring, gardening enthusiasts can finally satisfy their desire to enjoy emerging fresh flowers and budding plants.However, pollen from trees, shrubs,and grasses can make gardening more of a chore than a pursuit of enjoyment. More ... Eight things every woman should know about their breast health       The thought of having breast cancer is frightening. But, ignoring the possibility that you may develop breast cancer, or avoiding the processes to detect cancer, can be dangerous. "Preventative care is a three-step process,"says Evelyn Minaya,M.D. More ... There is no need to suffer from heel pain By Dr. Steven J. Marder      You may know how it feels. A knifelike pain in your heel when you get out of bed in the morning. Usually it disappears in a few minutes, only to return in the afternoon and after periods of inactivity. Pain is not natural; it's a warning. Heel pain, tackled soon after it appears, is easy to treat i... More ... Are you worried that your child will be held back? By Dr. S. Moshe Roth       Are you concerned that your child will have to repeat the school year or need to attend summer school? Often a child is held back with the hope that the second time through, a light bulb will suddenly go on. Unfortunately, that usually doesn't happen. More ... Learn more about hearing loss and its ramifications this month By Dr. Jill Gordon       May is Better Hearing and Speech Month. This annual event provides opportunities to raise awareness about communication disorders and to promote treatment that can improve the quality of life for those who experience problems with speaking, understanding or hearing. More ... You've heard of yoga, but how about yoga therapy? By Barbara Brauner       Here in the United States, most people have heard of yoga, know someone who practices yoga, or perhaps even has taken a yoga class themselves. Still many are skeptical, and yes many people would never even consider doing yoga. So, how does a 5,000- year-old spiritual practice become today's hottes... More ... Spring is ankle sprain season for weekend warriors       Spring is sports season for many amateur athletes and weekend warriors in the Monmouth Count area. It's also ankle sprain season for one area foot and ankle surgeon. Jasen Langley, DPM, AACFAS, a foot and ankle surgeon with offices in Howell, says ankle sprains are one of the most common sports i... More ... CentraState to hold annual Baby Fair May 8       CentraState Medical Center's popular Baby Fair for parents-to-be and those considering a pregnancy will be held May 8 from 6-8 p.m.at CentraState's Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus. A variety of mother/baby service and product vendors are scheduled to provide information and free gifts. More ... Crash victim responds to chiropractic care      A Canadian doctor has authored a study detailing the positive impact that chiropractic care has had on those suffering from traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The article, published in The Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, highlights the recovery of a 55-year-old woman with a severe brain inju... More ... Five stretches to help your carpal tunnel syndrome By Dr. Joseph Cilea      Carpal tunnel syndrome is a debilitating disorder affecting the nerves that pass through the wrist and into the hand. In addition, compression can also occur in the neck region, making some patients' problems more complex. At its essence, carpal tunnel syndrome is a disease of nerves but other tissu... More ... Fat or fiction: New research sheds light on the dangers of obesity       All fat is not equal. Scientists now see the excess fat around one's waist as a more dangerous health threat than fat stored in other parts of the body. This abdominal fat can lead to an increased risk for health problems such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes. More ... Secrets of 'The Biggest Loser' By Ellen Burke      The big scale isn't real, and the contestants weigh in behind the scenes before the show. It's just a prop.The situation isn't real, because there are no jobs, no commitments, and no racing to dance class or baseball throughout the week. And the weight loss,although real, comes from unrealistically ... More ... Cooking with kids makes fun, nutritious meals       When the kids are cooped up indoors, you don't have to go stir crazy. Instead, head for the kitchen and stir up something good to eat. Cooking together can be both educational and fun and often results in a tasty treat, too. More ...