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Little Red Hats Warm Hearts at Cooper University Health Care

Cooper participates in the American Heart Association’s Little Hats, Big Hearts program to empower new moms to live heart-healthy while raising awareness of congenital heart defects.

(CAMDEN CITY, NJ) – Cooper University Health Care is excited to join the American Heart Association’s Little Hats, Big Hearts program this year. The American Heart Association is raising awareness about family heart health and congenital heart defects, the most common type of birth defect in the country, with support from The Children’s Heart Foundation. This effort aims to empower new moms to take charge of their own wellbeing while creating a healthy lifestyle for the entire family.

Little Hats, Big Hearts

 

On February 19th, four-month old Bryce and his mom, Cherisse DeShields, stopped by the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Department at Jefferson Washington Township to visit our staff. Charisse delivered Bryce at the hospital on October 2, 2018, following a high-risk pregnancy. Her doctor was Jefferson Health New Jersey OB/GYN Deborah White, DO. During their recent visit to the hospital, Bryce received a red hat, as part of Jefferson’s participation in the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Little Hats, Big Hearts™ program. Babies born at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital receive a beautiful handmade, knitted or crocheted red hat, as well as a kit with heart-healthy information for mom and baby as part of the AHA program. Keep on smiling, Bryce!

About Jefferson Health: Jefferson Health, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, is reimagining health care in the greater Philadelphia region and southern New Jersey. Jefferson’s dedicated team of doctors, nurses, health professionals and staff provides a range of primary to highly specialized care through 14 hospitals (three Magnet®-designated for nursing excellence), more than 50 outpatient and urgent care locations, the NCI-designated Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center and the JeffConnect® telemedicine program. Jefferson’s academic health center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc., is recognized by US News & World Report as #16 on the 2017-18 Best Hospitals Honor Roll. Jefferson Health’s mission is to improve the health of those patients and communities it is privileged to serve through safe, effective, equitable, compassionate care.

Discharged, Dismissed: ERs Often Miss Chance To Set Overdose Survivors On ‘Better Path’

Rachel Bluth:February 15, 2019

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(Kaiser Health News)(February 2019)--The last time heroin landed Marissa Angerer in a Midland, Texas, emergency room — naked and unconscious — was May 2016. But that wasn’t her first drug-related interaction with the health system. Doctors had treated her a number of times before, either for alcohol poisoning or for ailments related to heavy drug use. Though her immediate, acute health issues were addressed in each episode, doctors and nurses never dealt with her underlying illness: addiction.

Autum Shingler-Nace Named Assistant VP of Clinical Services at Jefferson Health in NJ

Autum Shingler-Nace, DNP, RN, NE-BC

Autum Shingler-Nace, DNP, RN, NE-BC, has been named Assistant Vice President of Clinical Services at Jefferson Health in New Jersey. In this position, Shingler-Nace will assist Chief Nurse Executive Helene Burns, along with the health system’s Chief Administrative Officers, with operations, management, growth and development of nursing and clinical services at Jefferson Health’s three New Jersey hospitals.

Penn Medicine/CHOP Study Finds that Fetal Signaling Pathways Begin Very Early in Prenatal Life

Specialized Lung Cells Appearing Very Early in Development are Key

 

Newswise — PHILADELPHIA – (February 2019)--Specialized lung cells appear in the developing fetus much earlier than scientists previously thought. A new animal study published this week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reports how cells that become alveoli, the tiny compartments in which gas exchange occurs in the lung, begin their specialized roles very early in prenatal life. The researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) say that investigating the fetal signaling pathways active in this biological event may offer future opportunities to treat lung damage caused by prematurity and other lung injuries.

NJ Department of Health Reports Second Pediatric Flu Death

TRENTON, NJ (February 19, 2019)--A second New Jersey child has died from influenza complications this season, Health Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal announced today.

 

The New Jersey Department of Health confirmed on Friday that flu was a contributing factor in the death of a North Jersey toddler. The child died earlier this month, but after consultation with the CDC and review of lab testing results, the Department was able to confirm last week that flu was a contributing factor. For reasons of medical privacy, the Department will not be releasing additional information.

*Brooklawn Partners with Rite-Aids KidCents Program/Project Medicine Drop

BROOKLAWN, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--The Borough of Brooklawn, in partnership with Rite-Aids KidCents Program, is proud to announce they are now participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Project Medicine Drop. You can anonymously drop off old expired medications, medications you no longer use, and other drugs. Whenever the Borough building is open to the public you can dispose of your unwanted medication/drugs at your convenience. The mailbox style drop-box is located in the Borough Hall, just to the right as you walk in. You do not have to check-in with the police department, just deposit into the box as you would a mailbox.

Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice Volunteer Recognized

for Agency-record 7,000 Hours of Time and 20+ Years of Service

Joan Harrigan of Moorestown was recognized by Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice for an agency-record 7,000 hours and 20+ years of volunteer service to the organization. Pictured from left: Sharon Wenner, volunteer recruiter, Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice; Volunteer Joan Harrigan of Moorestown; and Sally Cezo, director of volunteer services, Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice.

 

Marlton, NJ – Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice recognized long-time volunteer Joan Harrigan of Moorestown, NJ for 7,000 hours of volunteer time, an agency-record, at its Winterfest celebration – an annual event that acknowledges employees and volunteers for their service milestones and dedication to the not-for-profit organization.

Sarah Fawcett-Lee is Senior Vice President of Virtua Foundation

Sarah Fawcett-Lee

 

Marlton, NJ----Virtua has named a new leader of its philanthropy program. The South Jersey health system has hired Sarah Fawcett-Lee, CFRE, as senior vice president of Virtua Foundation. 

Her duties include implementing philanthropy initiatives across the not-for-profit organization to increase charitable support for Virtua’s array of programs and services.

Fight Against Superbugs Crucial to America’s Biodefense

 

How the U.S. is countering the national security threat posed by antibiotic-resistant bacteria

 

(CNBNewsnet)(February 13, 2019)--Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are not only a threat to public health in the United States, but also to national security. The federal government has recognized that antibiotic-resistant pathogens complicate soldiers’ wounds, exacerbate casualties associated with both natural and manmade emergencies, and can be weaponized by our nation’s enemies. Consequently, the first U.S. National Biodefense Strategy, released last year, highlights the need to reduce the emergence and spread of such superbugs both domestically and internationally, and accelerate the development of new drugs, diagnostic tests, and vaccines.

Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital T2 Associates Receive DAISY Team Award for 2018

 

The Department of Nursing staff at Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital’s Tower 2 (T2) medical-surgical unit was recently honored with The DAISY Team Award for 2018 for extraordinary, compassionate and skillful care.

Part of an international program, The DAISY Team Award honors collaboration among two or more nurse-led associates who identify and meet patient and/or patient family needs by going “above and beyond” the traditional role of Nursing.

“We are proud to participate in the National DAISY Award program,” said Jefferson Health’s New Jersey Chief Nurse Executive Helene Burns, DNP, RN, NEA-BC. “Our Nursing team members’ work is highly valued, and The DAISY Foundation provides an ideal forum for us to convey that.”

Nurses are nominated for individual DAISY Awards throughout the year by current and past patients (or their family members), physicians, nurses, or other Jefferson Health personnel for demonstrating excellence through clinical expertise, extraordinary compassionate care, and a high-level of professionalism. Winners are selected following a review of nominations by the Jefferson (NJ) Clinical Recognition Committee.

The nonprofit DAISY Foundation was established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who died in late 1999 from complications of an auto-immune disease. The care Patrick and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired this unique way of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patients’ families.

For more information about the DAISY Award, visit www.DAISYfoundation.org        

About Jefferson Health: Jefferson, located in the greater Philadelphia region and southern New Jersey, is reimagining healthcare and education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is 30,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients, preparing tomorrow’s professional leaders for 21^st century careers, and discovering new treatments to define the future of care. Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University), home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 160 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 7,800 students. Jefferson Health serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 14 hospitals and over 40 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region.

 

2019 Sunhak Peace Prize Awarded to Waris Dirie

 

Newark, NJ – Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU) co-founder Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon awarded one million dollars (USD) to this year’s

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Sunhak Peace Prize laureates, Waris Dirie and Dr. Akinwumi Ayodeji Adesina, as part of her philanthropic work. The biennial award honors individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the peace and welfare of future generations. The award ceremony took place on February 9, 2019 at the Lotte Hotel World in Seoul, South Korea.

 

Waris Dirie, human rights activist, was the first person in history to publicize the violence of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) on the world stage, saving millions of lives by raising the issue of FGM as an international human rights agenda and assisting in passing a UN resolution banning its practice. The Sunhak Committee acknowledges Waris Dirie’s achievements in advocating for the rights of millions of women and girls in Africa.

The Vaping Technology in Medical Use

By Thanush Poulsen 

(February 12, 2019)--In recent years, vaping has been rapidly gaining popularity. The trend is prominent and controversial, being embraced by some and denounced by others. Nowadays it’s not a mere novelty anymore – it’s a part of a lifestyle, a hobby and a tool to reduce harmful health impacts of smoking. Although it’s still debatable whether vaping has any adverse effects on the body at all, society is surely departing from fearful ignorance and moving towards research and acceptance.

Vaping is mostly used for recreation; still, it’s not the exclusive application of the technology. Vapes, electronic cigarettes, and other vaporizing devices show great potential in resolving a number of issues in the medical field. While for some of them it’s only a matter of convenience, major problems like cost, availability, and safety can also be tackled through vaping.

Vaping and Smoking Cessation

CDC Report on Youth E Cigarette and Tobacco Use Rising

Statement from NJDOH Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal

“To curb the increasing use of JUUL and other e cigarette products among New Jersey middle and high school students, the Department of Health is investing $7 million in a youth education campaign and “Youth Action Teams” that are developing social media messages to prevent peers from using these addictive products,” said Health Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal.

German Researchers Discover How Sleep Can Fight an Infection

 

 

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  This diagram shows how the effects of Gαs-coupled agonists on T cells can be influenced by sleep or disease. Newswise — Researchers in Germany have discovered why sleep can sometimes be the best medicine. Sleep improves the potential ability of some of the body’s immune cells to attach to their targets, according to a new study that will be published February 12 in the Journal of Experimental Medicine. The study, led by Stoyan Dimitrov and Luciana Besedovsky at the University of Tübingen, helps explain how sleep can fight off an infection, whereas other conditions, such as chronic stress, can make the body more susceptible to illness.

Maple Shade Police Advisory: Winter Weather Advisory until 12:00PM Monday

MAPLE SHADE, NJ (February 10, 2019)--* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up to two inches expected and ice accumulations of a light glaze possible. Precipitation is expected to be mainly snow north of Delmarva but may be mixed with sleet and freezing rain farther south. Locally higher amounts of snow are possible, especially if little mixing occurs.

Four Ways to Plan to Protect Patient Health in a Medical Supply Shortage

Blog Series: Anticipating and Managing the Challenges Associated with Supply Shortages

According to FDA, there are currently 109 drugs in shortage in the U.S. Supply shortages threaten patient health even in the best circumstances, but their number and impact can be exacerbated by a prolonged disaster response. With so many shortages, one is likely to impact your hospital or healthcare facility at some point.  By planning to cope with the impacts of a supply shortage, your hospital or healthcare facility will be better prepared to continue providing patient care when one occurs.

Mount Sinai and USC Researchers Develop Prostate Cancer Prediction Tool

 

That Has Unmatched Accuracy

Current tools used to predict prostate cancer progression are generally subjective in nature, leading to differing interpretations among clinicians

Newswise — New York, NY (February 7, 2019) — A team of researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) have developed a novel machine-learning framework that distinguishes between low- and high-risk prostate cancer with more precision than ever before. The framework, described in a Scientific Reports paper published today, is intended to help physicians—in particular, radiologists—more accurately identify treatment options for prostate cancer patients, lessening the chance of unnecessary clinical intervention.

Drug Criminals: Jail or Court-Ordered Rehab?

by Thanush Poulsen

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ(CNBNewsnet)(February 7, 2019)--Rehabilitation programs form part of sentencing for drug-related offenses like DWI and DUI charges in some cases. A person facing a drug-related crime may be sentenced to undergo rehabilitation instead of serving a jail term. Such a sentence gives an individual a chance to regain sobriety and the control required to lead a healthy, safe life.

Essentially, when a drug court orders a person to undergo rehabilitation, it grants them an opportunity to get the assistance required for addicts to become better socially. The court programs equip them with the necessary skills to lead a sober life and develop positive behaviors. This empowers a person to lead a balanced life and gain confidence.

The aim of ordering a person to undergo rehabilitation is to enable them to interact with their society members in a way that is healthy. What’s more, court appointed rehab (see this website) reduces the possibility of a person becoming a repeat offender. Programs of the court provide the tools and assistance required to recover from addiction instead of receiving a punishment that may not alleviate substance abuse illness in the long run.

Jefferson Health Surgical Services Team Cooked for 30 Families at the Gift of Life Family House

 

 

PHILADELPHIA, PA (February 6, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--This past weekend,  the Jefferson Health New Jersey's Surgical Services Team cooked and served a special meal for 30 families at the Gift of Life Family House in Philadelphia.

Since 2011, the Gift of Life Family House has served as a “home away from home” for transplant patients and their families by providing temporary, affordable lodging and supportive services to those who travel to Philadelphia for transplant-related care.

Jefferson Health New Jersey is proud of this team for giving back!

Shown, left to right, are: Zuzana Wizeman, Gia Wizeman, Pam Klein, Colleen Farnum, Tina Lewis, Jay Williams, Sue Plye, and Jessica Sherida

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Feb. 7

 

2019 Theme: “Together for Love: Stop HIV Stigma”

image courtesy of Twitter

The New Jersey Department of Health is marking the 19th annual National Black HIV Awareness Day on Feb. 7 by urging African American residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves from HIV/AIDS and encouraging all New Jersey residents to play a role in reducing stigma about HIV.

Which Class of 43 Million people was Conspicuously Omitted in Trump’s SOTU?

 

Peter Rosenberger, author, syndicated radio host, and 30-year caregiver

While some sat on their hands, others leaped to their feet to applaud President Trump’s soaring appeal during his State of the Union Address for the current Congress to honor its legacy by tackling immense issues. Border security, immigration, AIDS, and pediatric cancer made President Trump’s issues lists worthy of a united American government.

Although tackling heavily divisive topics such as socialism and abortion, he omitted a class of 43.5 million unpaid caregivers.

Traffic Fatalities on a High After Cannabis Legalisation

Newswise (February 6, 2019)--— Legalizing the sale of cannabis for recreational use can lead to a short-term increase in traffic fatalities in legalizing states and their neighboring jurisdictions, new research suggests.

Common e-cigarette chemical flavorings may impair lung function

 

Newswise — Boston, MA - Two chemicals widely used to flavor electronic cigarettes may be impairing the function of cilia in the human airway, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Cilia are antennae-like protuberances that are present on 50-75% of the cells that line human airways. They play a key role in keeping the human airway clear of mucus and dirt and allow people to breathe easily and without irritation. Impaired cilia function has been linked with lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.

Rutgers Study Finds Rise in Overdoses from Opioids in Diarrhea Drug

Misuse of over-the-counter drugs with the ingredient loperamide can result in cardiac failure

 

 

Newswise — A Rutgers study has uncovered a new threat in the opiate epidemic: Overdoses of loperamide, an over-the-counter diarrhea medication, have been steadily increasing in number and severity nationwide over five years

Misuse of the drug is particularly alarming because non-prescription drugs like loperamide are inexpensive, readily available online and in retail stores, undetectable on routine drug tests and can be bought in large quantities at one time.

 

Virtua Breast Care Center Endorsed by Prestigious Group

The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers awarded full accreditation
to Virtua’s Moorestown and Voorhees centers for the fourth consecutive term

The Virtua Breast Care Center has again earned an important designation for the quality of its services. The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) recently granted full, three-year accreditation to the Virtua Breast Care Center -- its fourth successive designation by the group.

Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice Honors Debbie Grissler and David Adebiyi

Marlton, N.J. (January 30, 2019)– Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice presented its annual Judy Taylor Award for Home Health Service Excellence to Debbie Grissler of Egg Harbor Township and David Adebiyi of Lindenwold at its 2019 Winterfest celebration – an annual event recognizing employees and volunteers for their service milestones and dedication to the not-for-profit organization.

A Nebraska COTA Family is Celebrating American Heart Month

Thanks to Their Toddler’s Heart Transplant

February 1, 2019 -- February is the month to celebrate love and hearts. Since 1964, February has been known as American Heart Month throughout the United States. For the Protiva family of Omaha, Nebraska, February truly is a month to celebrate selfless gifts from the heart. Their son, Abel Falcon, is alive and able to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year because of the new heart he received nearly two years ago.

 

 

Little Hats, Big Hearts AHA Campaign at Jefferson's New Jersey Maternity Unit

 

 

Jefferson Health in New Jersey is excited to be part of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Little Hats, Big Hearts™  program again this year.

Measles-Mumps-Rubella Vaccine Available at Rite Aid Pharmacies in Washington State and Oregon

CAMP HILL, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)(January 29, 2019)--With an increase in measles cases being reported in the region, Rite Aid announced today that Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccinations are available upon request at Rite Aid pharmacies in Washington state and Oregon. No appointment is necessary and vaccinations from a Rite Aid certified immunizing pharmacist are available during normal pharmacy business hours.

A state of emergency has been declared in Washington in response to a measles outbreak that, according to the state’s Department of Health, includes 31 confirmed cases in Clark County, near the state’s southern border with Oregon, and one confirmed case in King County, which includes Seattle. According to the Clark County Department of Public Health, 21 cases involve children between the ages of 1 and 10.

Governor Wolf Renews Opioid Disaster Declaration, Notes Recent Progress

Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today signed the fourth renewal of his 90-day opioid disaster declaration and noted recent successes in the ongoing fight against the epidemic.

Improved maternity care practices decrease racial gaps in breastfeeding in the U.S. south

CAMDEN City, NJ -- A new paper published in Pediatrics links successful implementation of Baby-Friendly™ practices in the southern U.S. with increases in breastfeeding rates and improved, evidence-based care. The changes were especially positive for African-American women.

SURVEY: Parents worried about risks, but still think opioids are best for kids’ pain relief

 

Newswise — Headlines filled with frightening news of opioid abuse, overdoses and reports that 90 percent of addictions start in the teen years could make any parent worry. Yet parents remain conflicted about opioids: while more than half express concern their child may be at risk for opioid addiction, nearly two-thirds believe opioids are more effective at managing their child’s pain after surgery or a broken bone than non-prescription medication or other alternatives, according to a nationwide survey commissioned by the American Society of Anesthesiologists(ASA).

Jefferson Health’s Cherry Hill/Stratford Hospitals Awarded Certification for Primary Stroke Centers

 

The Joint Commission, in collaboration with The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA), has recognized Jefferson Health’s Cherry Hill and Stratford hospitals for the first time with the Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers.

Established in 2003, Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers is awarded to qualifying Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospitals for a two-year period.

Infectious Disease Researchers Unveil the Secret Life of Flesh-Eating Bacteria

 

HOUSTON-(January 2019) – Using a tool first used for strep throat in horses, Houston Methodist researchers unveiled the secret life of flesh-eating bacteria and learned how it causes severe disease while living deep within muscle.

Aspiring Physicians: Discover a Career in Medicine

"MEDacademy has provided me with the knowledge to get into college and the experiences that will help me throughout college." - Brielle DiFranceisco Class of 2015

Have you ever wondered about becoming a doctor? MEDacademy can provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the world of medicine. Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) is looking for highly motivated and talented high school students interested in becoming a physician. If you will be a rising high school junior or senior in summer 2019, MEDacademy may be the medical education program for you.

CHOP Researchers Report on the Delaney Twins One Year after Surgery

High-Tech Tools, Tight Teamwork Were Key to Separating Infant Girls Joined at the Head

 

 

Published on Jan 23, 2019 in CHOP News

 

 

PHILADELPHIA, PA (January 25, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--The Delaney twins with their dad, RileyOver a year and a half after the successful separation of two infant twins joined at the top of their heads, surgical team leaders report on this dramatic case in the Jan. 24 New England Journal of Medicine. The surgeons describe the innovative devices, elaborate planning, and precisely orchestrated teamwork needed to perform the complex separation surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

Limited Visitor Procedures in Effect at CHOP

 

PHILADELPHIA, PA --Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has asked families to limit the number of people who visit their children at the hospital. The limited visitor procedures, which are in place during this traditional "sick season," can help your child and others in the Hospital avoid catching the flu or a respiratory infection from someone visiting CHOP.

License of Physician Who Authorized Medicinal Marijuana for Thousands of Patients Suspended

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TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that the State Board of Medical Examiners (“the Board”) has temporarily suspended the license of a physician participating in the State’s Medicinal Marijuana Program (“MMP”) amid allegations he created a multimillion dollar enterprise by indiscriminately authorizing marijuana use for thousands of patients he met in hotel conference centers across the state.

Study Suggests Aspirin May Help Some Patients Survive Head and Neck Cancer

Newswise — Regular use of aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may help some patients with head and neck cancer survive the disease, according to a study led by Professor Jennifer Grandis at the University of California, San Francisco. The study, which was published January 25 in the Journal of Experimental Medicine, indicates that NSAIDs are effective in patients with mutations in a gene called PIK3CA, and the researchers suggest this is because NSAIDs lower the levels of an inflammatory molecule called prostaglandin E₂. The researchers note, however, that they are not yet able to make any specific recommendations about the type, timing, or dosage of NSAIDs such patients should take, and that their results need to be corroborated by a prospective clinical trial.

Why Liver Transplant Waitlists Might Misclassify High-Risk Patients

A Cedars-Sinai study examined the standard method for classifying patients on the waiting list for a liver transplant.

 

Newswise — LOS ANGELES (Jan. 24, 2019) - A new study has uncovered that the standard method for ranking patients on the waitlist for lifesaving liver transplantation may not prioritize some of the sickest candidates for the top of the list.

"Ultimately, we hope this information will help clinicians recognize that certain patients with a high risk of mortality may not be captured by our current organ-allocation policy," said Vinay Sundaram, MD, director of Hepatology Outcomes Research at the Cedars-Sinai Comprehensive Transplant Center. He is the co-first author of the multicenter study published recently in the peer-reviewed medical journal Gastroenterology, the most frequently cited journal in its field.

Virtua Expands Camden Campus with New Health & Wellness Center

 

Camden City, N.J. ---- Virtua has served the Camden community for more than 130 years. Now, South Jersey’s largest health system is extending its commitment to Camden City residents even further with the opening of the Virtua Health & Wellness Center - Camden.

Jefferson Health’s New Jersey Hospitals Receive NICHE Status

for Commitment to Excellence for Care of Older Patients

 

(January 23, 2019(CNBNewsnet)--Jefferson Health’s three New Jersey-based hospitals, located in Cherry Hill, Stratford and Washington Township, have each maintained “Exemplar” status for their NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) program. The Jefferson Health Care Center, a Sewell, NJ, skilled nursing facility and sub-acute rehabilitation center, has received NICHE “Member” status. The accreditations are good for a one-year period.

Dr. David Condoluci, of Jefferson Health NJ, Honored with NJHA's Distinguished Service Award

On January 18, 2019, Jefferson Health New Jersey’s Chief Patient Safety & Quality Officer, Dr. David Condoluci, was honored by the New Jersey Hospital Association with its prestigious Distinguished Service Award. A 35-plus year member of our Medical Staff and a renowned national expert in the fight against HIV/AIDS, Dr. Condoluci is a respected physician and leader, both in the community and to his Jefferson “family.” We congratulate Dr. Condoluci on this tremendous achievement, and are honored to share this story through this tribute video.

Jefferson Health in New Jersey Earns The Joint Commission’s ‘Gold Seal of Approval®’

for Hospital, Behavioral Health Care, and Home Care

Jefferson Health’s New Jersey-based hospitals, Behavioral Health program and Home Care have earned The Joint Commission’s (TJC) Gold Seal of Approval^®, a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective patient care.

Jefferson Health in New Jersey underwent a rigorous onsite survey in October 2018, where a team of TJC expert surveyors evaluated compliance with hospital, behavioral health, and federal home care regulations.

Camden County Sponsors Free Narcan Training

The Overdose Prevention Act now allows doctors the ability to prescribe the opiate antidote Narcan (naloxone) to those in a position to help someone else during an overdose of heroin or other opioids. The law also eliminates civil and criminal liability to anyone who administers naloxone.

Free trainings and education on how to administer naloxone to reverse a heroin/opioid overdose will be provided in Camden County. Participants who successfully complete the training will receive a free naloxone kit.

January is National Blood Donor Month

A Pennsylvania Family is Celebrating Blood Donors and Organ Donors on Their Daughter’s Two-Year Liver Transplant anniversary

 

January  2019 -- January is designated as National Blood Donor Month by The American Red Cross to encourage donors to give blood, which is typically in short supply during winter due to the holidays and inclement weather that makes people more prone to illness. A COTA family in Pennsylvania will be forever grateful to the blood donors whose blood was used throughout their daughter’s transplant journey and for her liver transplant that occurred two years ago on January 7^th.

Hindering melanoma metastasis with an FDA-approved drug

 

In a mouse model, the FDA-approved drug reserpine seemed to hamper the ability of tumors to reshape distant tissues in ways that would encourage metastasis, for example, reducing the accumulation of fibronectin, a protein associated with certain types of cancer.

   

(JANUARY 21, 2019)--For cancer to spread, it needs a hospitable environment in distant organs. This fertile “soil” can provide a home to circulating malignant cells. Recent research has shown that cancer cells from the primary tumor can help ready this soil by sending out small vesicles. These vesicles contain a cocktail of molecules that “educate” healthy cells to prepare the target tissues for cancer cells to seed and thrive. Blocking this process offers one strategy to stop metastasis, which is often responsible for cancer’s lethality.

Liver cancer patients can be treated for Hep C infection

Newswise — DALLAS – Jan. 18, 2019 – A large, multi-center study refutes earlier suggestions that antiviral drugs for treating hepatitis C may lead to a higher recurrence of liver cancer.

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center studied the records of patients who had been successfully treated for liver cancer at 31 medical centers in North America, comparing those who were and were not given direct-acting antivirals for hepatitis C. The study found no significant difference in the recurrence of liver cancer between the two groups.

Jefferson Health’s Joe Devine Named Chairman of NJHA Board of Trustees

 

Joseph W. Devine, FACHE, President, New Jersey Division, and Chief Experience Officer at Jefferson Health, was named Chair of the Board of the New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA), the state’s oldest and largest hospital and healthcare advocacy organization, at its 100^th Annual Meeting, held January 18^th at the Hyatt Regency Princeton.