Many cancer patients in New Jersey and across the U.S. are being overtreated for their disease, according to three new studies. The research was presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting in Chicago in early June. In one study, scientists found...
Most dangerous cancers in women
Health and wellness are a top priority for many. That said, there are many different illnesses and diseases present in your everyday life. It can be hard to keep track of all the different ailments you can suffer but it is important to be aware of them so you can...
Study advances treatment of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer can be one of the most difficult cancers to treat and survive for people in New Jersey and across the country. One study found some improved hope in a four-drug combination, and researchers noted that it could improve survival substantially when...
Steps to take after a car accident
After a car accident, there are several steps that New Jersey motorists should take. They should stop even if there appears to be no damages. People should not discuss the accident with others involved or admit fault. However, they should collect the other driver's...
New study finds AMD prone to misdiagnosis
Age-related macular degeneration is the number one cause of irreversible vision loss among people 50 and older in New Jersey and the rest of the U.S. This incurable eye condition is most frequently found in females, those over the age of 60 and farsighted individuals....
Vision surgery can have devastating consequences
When people in New Jersey consider LASIK eye surgery, they may simply want to improve their vision and be free of the need for glasses or contact lenses. However, refractive surgery can have serious, negative impacts on many patients as well, and it can be difficult...
Bill Paxton’s family sues Cedars-Sinai, surgeon over his death
When New Jersey residents undergo surgery, they trust that their doctors have explained all the risks involved in the procedure. However, that isn't always the case. For example, the family of late actor Bill Paxton is suing both his surgeon and Cedars-Sinai Medical...
Study provides more evidence of seat belt safety benefits
New Jersey has a seat belt law that applies to drivers and both front and rear seat passengers. Because it is a primary law, police officers in the Garden State can pull vehicles over and ticket their occupants for violating it. Advocacy groups have urged lawmakers in...
Mobile health app and improved diagnosing
Doctors in New Jersey have many tools, including mobile health applications, they can use to help test and diagnose patients. Researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Baylor College of Medicine have explored whether using one particular app, the PTT Advisor...
