New Jersey Medical School In The News 2018

CNBC – Have you heard of #DryJanuary? It’s a month-long challenge to abstain from alcohol. According to experts, when taking a break from drinking, individuals experience improvements in health and...

Press of Atlantic City - In conjunction with annual Polar Bear Plunge events, physicians discuss how icy temperatures effect the body. Dr. Andrew Berman warns about the risks of diving into cold water, including hyperventilation.

NJ Spotlight - Dr. Justin Sambol and other healthcare administrators examine the outcomes and benefits to patients of creating integrated healthcare networks.

NJ.com – With the recent outbreak in New Jersey, second-year medical student, Neil C. Bhavsar, suggests state policy vaccination reform and the public health impact of measles in this op-ed piece.

STAT - Is it possible to be affected by Fentanyl through passive exposure? Dr. Lewis Nelson demystifies this phenomenon in his latest op-ed.

AJMC - A study taken place in the Infectious Disease Practice at NJMS shows that single-tablet regimens have higher rates of virologic suppression than multiple-tablet in people with HIV.

MDLinx - Researchers, including Dr. Renata Pasqualini, have recently identified an autoantibody that causes an acceleration in cardiovascular disease.

CNN - In a recent study by the CDC, nearly 2/3 of U.S. women use contraception. Dr. Kristyn Brandi goes over the most common birth control methods, including female sterilization and birth control pills.

NJ.com - Drs. Lauren Barlog and Natalie Roche pen an op-ed about abortion and how new rules may potentially harm N.J.'s at risk patients.

Patch - Cookies are a popular baked holiday treat but eating raw cookie dough can lead to serious health complications. According to Dr. Bruce Ruck, consumption is a "potential recipe for food poisoning."

Glamour - Predicting fertility is an imperfect science. However, physicians and researchers are using science to better predict fertility outcomes. Dr. Nataki Douglas provides insights on the subject.

U.S. Medicine - About 300,000 veterans suffer from Gulf War Illness. Dr. Jorge M. Serrador and colleagues developed a device to treat symptoms, including memory impairment, insomnia and more.

NPR - Has diversity in U.S. medical schools increased over the last 15 years? Well, it's complicated. Professionals, including Dr. John Paul Sanchez, are weighing in on the pace of student diversity in medical schools.

NJ.com - Drs. Lauren Barlog and Natalie Roche pen an op-ed about abortion and how new rules may potentially harm N.J.'s at risk patients.

Vox - While video games are a place to escape reality, they sometimes bring real-life complications. Dr. Petros Levounis separates fact from fiction in this comprehensive article.

Rewire.News - Hundreds of lawsuit claim that a popular IUD, the Mirena interuterine device, caused serious neurological side effects. Experts, including Dr. Kristyn Brandi, are providing insight and suggest more research is needed.

The Positive Community – In the Health issue, Dean Robert L. Johnson, shares insights on his career at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, and his commitment of providing quality health care to the city of Newark.

Healio – Recent NJMS graduate, Charles F. Kreisel, and colleagues publish study suggesting patients who have diabetes diagnosed with tuberculosis are at a higher risk of showing advanced symptoms than people who are not diabetic.

NJ.com – Can you get measles if you have been vaccinated? How contagious is the measles virus? Do I need a booster measles vaccine? Dr. Glenn Fennelly and other physicians answer these and other frequently asked questions about measles.

NJ.com - In an op-ed piece, Rutgers NJMS trauma surgeon makes the case for gun violence to be considered a public health issue.

NJ 101.5 - Experts from the New Jersey Poison Center discuss the dangers of taking more than the recommended dose of cold medications.

NJ 101.5 - State officials have confirmed more cases of measles in New Jersey. NJMS physicians lend their expertise on identifying symptoms and what to do if one suspects they were exposed to the disease.

NJ 101.5 - Experts from the New Jersey Poison Center discuss the dangers of taking more than the recommended dose of cold medications.

Could this be a breakthrough in treating Gulf War Syndrome experienced by veterans? Dr. Jorge Serrador’s vestibular function research leads to a promising new discovery.

Rutgers NJMS Clinical Research Center will be hosting In Conversation: Infinite Possibilities in support of Trans Awareness Week. The event will include a keynote address given by trans supermodel Tracey “Africa” Norman.

USA TODAY - Did you know that more than 3 million of the nation’s population have gender dysphoria? Dr. Jonathan Keith from Rutgers NJMS explains how transgender surgery is a life-changing experience for patients in this USA TODAY article.

Did you know many universities with medical schools offer alternatives to the traditional application process? Learn about the BA/MD program with Rutgers-New Brunswick and the New Jersey Medical School.

Due in part to language barriers, Latinx patients may have difficulty accessing healthcare. Dr. Kristyn Brandi suggests that healthcare providers learn the language of the patients they serve.

Experts, including Dr. Petros Levounis, discuss the different views of long-term recovery from opioid addiction in a roundtable discussion. Listen to the podcast for the full conversation.

A recent study showed that cervical cancer patients who received minimally invasive surgery had dramatically lower survival rates than patients who received open surgery. Experts, including Dr. Noah Goldman, are weighing in on this shocking discovery.

State officials have confirmed that several children have died due to adenovirus, an illness similar to the flu. In this news article, Dr. David Cennimo provides more insight on this rare case.

Acute flaccid myelitis is a rare condition that can cause muscle paralysis has been on the rise recently and is causing concerns.

Parents are advised to check their children’s #candy this Halloween because they could potentially be marijuana edibles. Experts, including Dr. Bruce Ruck, provide tips on how to identify these drug-laced candies.

Dr. Tibor Rohacs publishes: Structural insights on TRPV5 gating by endogenous modulators.

Researchers, including Drs. Michael Jaker and Steven Schutzer, from Rutgers NJMS have developed new tests that are able to detect Lyme Disease quicker than current methods.

Drs. Theresa Li-Yun Chang and Mark Einstein are the 2018 Cancer Research Grant recipients from the Mary Kay Foundation. The grant will help their study on women with cervical cancer and identify the specific immune functions.

A rare condition that can cause muscle paralysis has been on the rise recently and is causing concerns. Experts, including Dr. David Cennimo, provide more insight on this condition.

Rutgers NJMS recently announced its latest program, the Addiction Medicine Fellowship. This one-year program will educate physicians on the multiple ways of tackling the opioid crisis.

Researchers, including Drs. Michael Jaker and Steven Schutzer, from Rutgers NJMS have developed new tests that are able to detect Lyme Disease quicker than current methods.

Medical schools in NJ are working to provide future physicians with the proper #education on addiction and related treatments.

Physicians from Rutgers NJMS will lead the Bergen County Medical Examiner’s Office. This is the first relationship of its kind in the state.

Investigators received over a million dollars in funds for cancer research and were mentored by #physicians from several medical schools, including Rutgers NJMS.

"People care about how the world perceives them”, says Dr. Boris Paskhover, on the relationship people have with selfies.

A new study shows that opioids may be prescribed when not needed and provides insight on how to decide when they are.

Researchers have developed a new tool that can help screen for sleep apnea in patients with epilepsy.

Experts from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School discuss the upcoming flu season and the best practices to stay healthy.

Dr. David Cennimo helps explain what you need to know, how it works and who should get it.

Synthetic cannabinoids causes concern in Pennsylvania correctional facilities or was it a case of mass psychogenic illness?

Dr. Zerbo participated in recent round table discussion on significant gaps in treatment and recovery services in NJ.

Missed our Grand Rounds on medicinal marijuana presented by Shereef Elnahal and the New Jersey Department of Health? Check out this NJTV News clip for highlights and interviews from the event!

Experts from the NJ Poison Control Center warn that a popular frozen #dessert, ‘#Dragon’sBreath’, can cause internal harm due to #nitrogen.

According to recent studies, poor #sleeping habits can cause a negative impact on #schoolgrades.

While #YouTube videos might provide some insightful tips, the majority of them are deceiving. In a new study, Dr. Boris Paskhover and researchers from Rutgers NJMS reveal how the videos provide misleading information and...

CBS New York - Kissing bugs may sound cute, but they are most certainly not. Dr. Vivian Bellofatto from Rutgers NJMS talks to CBS New York about the harm these bugs may cause.

The DEA brings together #Newark community leaders to fight the #opioidepidemic.

A recent study by Drs. Valentina Guerrini, Maria Laura Gennaro, and other researchers from Rutgers NJMS show how harmful white blood cells form during tuberculosis.

Rutgers NJMS welcomes Dr. Anil Nanda as the newly appointed joint chair for the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Nanda has gained international recognition for...

The Star Ledger - Calls related to mushroom poisonings have been on the rise recently. Experts are urging the public to be cautious and to report any possible poisonings.

Healio - Drs. Roberto Colangeli, David Alland, and colleagues have identified bacterial factors that predict relapse after tuberculosis therapy.

What is “Snapchat dysmorphia”? It is the latest phenomenon in plastic surgery where patients want to look like the filtered versions of themselves. Dr. Boris Paskhover lends his...

Did you know that poppy seeds can test positive for opioids? Poppy seeds contain morphine and they can trigger a drug test. Dr. Lewis Nelson shares more on the topic.

The amount of chemicals in pools can help keep them clean, but too much can cause serious damage to your health. Dr. Diane Calello shares tips on how to safely handle pool chemicals.

A recent conference about recovery courts is aiming to provide the proper help to people with addictions. Dr. Erin Zerbo, assistant psychiatry professor at Rutgers NJMS, provides insight on addictions and more.

Since the start of NJ Governor Murphy’s Administration, 10,000 patients have joined the Dept. of Health’s Medicinal Marijuana program. Grand round lectures explaining more about the program are being held in medical schools across the state, including Rutgers NJMS.

NJ lawmakers are proposing to create opioid education courses for students in grades 7-12. Dr. Diane Calello from Rutgers NJMS talks more on the topic with CBS New York.

Heathline - Dr. Jonathan Keith from Rutgers NJMS sits down with Healthline to discuss the rising number for gender affirmation surgeries. Learn more.

NorthJersey.com - Physicians from Rutgers NJMS have developed new tests that could help diagnose Lyme disease earlier. Read more about the new methods in this article by NorthJersey.com.

NJ101.5 - Researchers from Rutgers NJMS will conduct a study on the accessibility of tobacco products to young adults.