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Many people believe flu season only lasts a few months, but it can stretch through seven months of the year. Learn tips on what to do if you think you may have the flu.  What are symptoms of the flu?  – Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher  – Chills  – Cough  – Sore throat …

As the new year is beginning, many of us take the opportunity to reflect on our health and wellbeing. Setting meaningful goals can set the tone for a productive and fulfilling year. We spoke with Michael Basista, M.D. , a primary care physician at Mountainside Medical Center, to gather tips on how to prioritize your…

We get it. No one looks forward to a mammogram. And why would you? Whether it’s a routine screening or because you’ve found something suspicious, it’s ultimately a check to see if you have cancer. That, along with the discomfort of the exam itself, can be more than a little nerve-racking for most women.  It’s…

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and can serve both a reminder and an opportunity to take care of YOU!  Breast health begins with a sense of what is normal for your breasts, also known as breast awareness. To promote breast health, consider doing regular breast self-exams. With practice, you will discover how your breasts…

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive Diseases[1], approximately 60 to 70 million people suffer from digestive health related issues, ranging from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Although digestive disorders are very common, there are still many preventative measures that can be taken. How does the digestive system function?…

A new vaccine that fights three strains of influenza is now available from health care providers across the U.S. The most effective way to fight the flu is to get vaccinated, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While the virus can spread among the population during the entire year, the flu…