MONOC helps spread the word about N.J.'s 2-1-1 Help Line       Very often the greatest service that one can provide for people in need is basic information.To aid MONOC paramedics, EMTS and nurses in being able to easily provide this information to the citizens of New Jersey is the statewide 2-1-1 help line. More ... Conservative management is an option for elderly with early-stage prostate cancer       Most elderly men diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer,who survive 10 years,will be free from significant cancer-related complications and are more likely to die of ailments other than prostate cancer. More ... N.J. researcher to unveil future treatment implications for ovarian cancer       New research findings from a top clinical investigator at The Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) indicate the potential for more targeted treatment of ovarian cancer,which is expected to claim more than 15,000 lives nationwide this year,with 480 in New Jersey. More ... CentraState expands high-tech procedures at Interventional Radiology Suite       Patients with uterine fibroids,peripheral artery disease,primary or metastatic liver cancer, kidney disorders and other ailments can now be treated via advanced procedures in the Interventional Radiology Suite at The outpatient procedures are performed by KennethTomkovich, M.D., and Stanley Rich,... More ... Monmouth Medical Center launches revolutionary new cancer treatment       Monmouth Medical Center,Long Branch, implementedTomoTherapy, an advanced cancer treatment system that optimizes the delivery of radiation for tumors,at the newly refurbished Institute forAdvanced Radiation Oncology at the Leon Hess Cancer Center, with treatment of the first patient onApril 16. More ... The Web doctor will see you now Swarms of Americans are following health and nutrition advice found on the Web. Here's what you need to know to make sure the advice you get is good. By Jeff Schnaufer CTW Features       If you suddenly discovered a strange pain in your stomach,where would you go to learn the cause:A doctor or a cocktail party? According to a new survey by Opinion Research Corp. More ... Study shows control of cholesterol, blood pressure reduces heart attack, stroke by 42 percent       Results of a new analysis of theTreating to NewTargets (TNT) study show that intensive low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol-lowering in patients with stable coronary heart disease (CHD) whose systolic blood pressure was less than 140 mmHg reduced the risk of major cardiovascular events, inclu... More ... When it comes to back pain, less is more       When it comes to chronic back pain management,patients should know that less is more. The American Pain Society, at their annual meeting, unveiled a current review on invasive procedures for the treatment of chronic low back pain. More ... Free program for women affected by cancer offered       TheWellness Community, a place for cancer support, education and hope in Eatontown,will presentWoman to Woman:An Intimate Discussion, at 6:30 p.m. on June 11.A light dinner will be provided. A diagnosis of cancer can affect a woman's body image, sensuality and sense of self.But, all of these conc... More ... New study shows infertility can be aided with chiropractic care       Astudy authored by Dr.Madeline Behrendt, chairwoman of the World Chiropractic Alliance Council onWoman's Health, links chiropractic care and the ability of a previously infertile woman to conceive a baby and carry the fetus full term. More ... Bayshore's Diabetes Education Program merits ADA recognition       The American Diabetes Association Education Recognition Certificate for a quality diabetes self-management education program was recently awarded to the Diabetes Education Program at Bayshore Community Health Services,Holmdel.The Diabetes Education Program at Bayshore was originally recognized in ... More ... Kimball Medical Center earns prestigious Primary Stroke Center Designation       Stroke care requires a dedicated team that fights stroke 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When someone is experiencing symptoms of a stroke and requires emergency care, it's reassuring to know that expert help is immediately available at Kimball Medical Center, Lakewood. More ... Keys to the cell       Get ready, aim and fire at the newest key target in the battle against breast cancer - blood vessel formation. In a study done at the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, researchers discovered that by targeting the step of blood vessel formation... More ... Stop! Healthy bones ahead       Maintaining bone density could be the key to decreasing the spread of breast cancer in women. According to research atWashington University School of Medicine, St. More ... Mastectomy rates on the rise       With the number of women undergoing mastectomy rising,a new study at Mayo Clinic,Rochester, Minn.,points to MRI as a possible influence. "We found that if a woman undergoes an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) before surgery, she is about 10 percent to 15 percent more likely to have a mastectomy,... More ... Babies and water don't mix       Be careful when giving your infant water this summer - it could be the difference between a day at the beach and a day at the hospital. "Babies need extra fluids in the hot weather, but straight water is not one of them," says Dr.AllenWalker, a pediatrician and head of the Emergency Department a... More ... Stress and the asthmatic baby       Take a deep breath and let it out before reading this - your baby will thank you. According to researchers from Harvard Medical School,women who are stressed during pregnancy may cause their children to be more sensitive to allergen exposure when born.This stress may even influence a baby's deve... More ... Art therapy has many benefits By Elissa Bowes M.A., A.T.R.-B.C       Art has been used for healing and communication throughout history. Currently, art therapy has gained attention throughout the United States and within the fields of psychiatry, psychology, counseling, education and the arts. More ... Oral cancer: deadlier than melanoma and cervical cancer By Dr. Steven A. Burman       Procedures such as Pap smears,mammograms, and colonoscopies have become standard for the early diagnosis of cervical,breast and colon cancers. But,what about oral cancer?This type of cancer is aggressive, as common as leukemia, and takes the lives of more people than melanoma or cervical cancer, a... More ... Myths about low back pain are revealed By John A. O'Connell, M.D., FAAPMR       As a spine specialist, I see many patients who for one reason or another are victims of misinformation. Often, many of these pieces of misinformation are passed on by well-meaning individuals who are trying to help.Here are several very common myths about low back pain. More ... On pins and needles By Dana Carman CTW Features       Simply saying the word"needle"may be enough to elicit repulsion from some people.And the practice of inserting many small needles into the body? It probably sends them right over the edge. More ... About face Acupuncture can lead to younger-looking skin       If acupuncture could get rid of wrinkles,would you stick needles in your face? Bet you would. Women are flocking to Cinnabar Spa and Clinic in San Diego to do just that by indulging in facial rejuvenation,or cosmetic acupuncture. More ...