What are colon polyps?
As we age, it’s common for polyps to grow in the colon or rectum. Learn why colon polyps should be removed, if found during your colonoscopy.
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Healthy LivingCan diet and exercise lower your cancer risk?Learn how lifestyle modifications like diet and exercise can lower your cancer risk with practical advice from Atlantic Health System.
Cancer CarePancreatic cancer screening: A lifesaving tool if you’re at high riskPancreatic cancer spreads fast—often with no early warning signs. An Atlantic Health expert explains how screenings for high-risk adults is helping detect pancreatic cancer at its earliest stages.
Cancer CareDo you know your prostate cancer risk?Learn how genetic testing and counseling can help you understand your hereditary prostate cancer risk from an Atlantic Health expert.
Women's HealthUterine cancer: Do you know the warning signs?Uterine cancer is the leading gynecologic cancer, but do you know the warning signs? Learn the warning signs and risk factors for uterine cancer.
Colon cancer screenings
Starting at age 45+, routine colorectal cancer screenings support early detection and prevention.
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Beating cancer with immunotherapy
When Debi was diagnosed with an aggressive form of lymphoma, doctors at Atlantic Health turned to CAR T-cell immunotherapy—the breakthrough treatment that saved her life.
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Patient StoriesPlainfield man’s cosmetic procedure becomes a fight for survivalA vacation overseas became a life-threatening medical crisis for 29-year-old DD — but also an extraordinary story of survival, resilience and advanced care delivered by Atlantic Health.
Patient StoriesA man defies the lingering effects of stroke with Vivistim technologyAfter a devastating stroke stole mobility from Kevin’s right hand and arm, a medical team at Atlantic Health helped him defy the odds and reclaim his life through Vivistim technology.
Patient StoriesA prenatal ultrasound reveals baby’s rare diseaseWhen a prenatal ultrasound revealed that Dana’s baby had a rare disease, an Atlantic Health team of pediatric specialists stepped in. Today, Dana’s two-year-old son is thriving.
Patient StoriesWoman beats cancer with breakthrough immunotherapy treatment at Atlantic Health Morristown Medical CenterWhen Debi was diagnosed with an aggressive form of lymphoma, doctors at Atlantic Health turned to CAR T-cell immunotherapy—the breakthrough treatment that saved her life.
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FDA OKs new bladder cancer drug
A new medication, trialed at Atlantic Health, offers the opportunity to help treat thousands of patients with bladder cancer with no surgery required.
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Mental WellnessRecognizing the signs of autism in adultsAutism is being diagnosed well into adulthood. An Atlantic Health expert explains why more adults may be on the autism spectrum—and shares some common traits.
Cold, Flu & VirusesHand, foot and mouth disease: What parents should knowLearn the symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease and ways to prevent it from an expert at Atlantic Health.
OrthopedicsWhat is sports medicine?Learn what sports medicine is and who can benefit from this specialty care from an expert at Atlantic Health.
Mental WellnessBlack maternal health: Support for postpartum depressionIn honor of Black Maternal Health Week, we look at risk factors, barriers to care and how to support Black women with anxiety and postpartum depression.
Healthy LivingHow yoga and breathwork can improve surgical recoverySurgery and yoga may seem worlds apart, but together they can help you heal. This Atlantic Health expert explains how gentle movement and breathwork can support surgical recovery.
Patient StoriesA man defies the lingering effects of stroke with Vivistim technologyAfter a devastating stroke stole mobility from Kevin’s right hand and arm, a medical team at Atlantic Health helped him defy the odds and reclaim his life through Vivistim technology.
Healthy LivingRestore your glow: 5 tips for a spring skin tune-upSpring is a great time to give your skin a fresh start. An Atlantic Health expert offers five simple tips to help you restore your glow for the warmer weather ahead.
OrthopedicsThinking about chiropractic care? Here’s how it can helpDiscover how this Atlantic Health chiropractor at Atlantic Health Chambers Center for Well-Being is using targeted, hands-on chiropractic care to relieve discomfort and restore movement for patients.
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