Clinton Township Newsletter

1 8 m a r c h 2 0 2 0 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M We Offer Specialty Services, Including: Our Care is Your Peace of Mind Specialty and Emergency Care Right in Your Backyard 23 Blossom Hill Road Lebanon, NJ 08833 Call us at (908) 236-4120 or visit us at www.crownvet.com • Emergency/Critical Care • Anesthesia • Acupuncture • Pain Management • Dermatology • Surgery • Cardiology • Oncology • Ophthalmology • Rehabilitation H u n t e r d o n M e d i c a l c e n t e r a u x i l i a r y n e e d s V o l u n t e e r s ! The Hunterdon Medical Center Auxiliary, which helps to support the Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation's fundraising efforts is looking for volunteers. For more information or to RSVP, call: 908.788.6591 or email: ddalley@hhsnj.org. Thank you in advance! n Reach Over 14,000 Local Consumers Monthly n Change Your Message Monthly n Have Your Ad Designed – Free! n Run a Small Article (about 150 words) – Free! n Have your ad linked to your website at: www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com email us at: Want your message seen by over 14,000 readers? When you advertise in the Clinton Township Newsletter you can: ctnl@comcast.net w o m e n ' s h e a l t h e v e n t : u n d e r s t a n d i n g F a c t o r s t h a t i n F l u e n c e w e l l n e s s a c r o s s t h e l i F e s p a n Women's History Month in March is an ideal time to celebrate and recognize women for the important role they play in shaping the future. Women often spend time helping others and this upcoming program provides an opportunity to take some time for themselves. Women are invited to engage in conversation on issues unique to women at a free health program on Saturday, March 28 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am in Meeting Room A/B at Hunterdon Medical Center. Experts in breast care, gynecological health, nutrition and emotional wellness will discuss how to manage health with prevention strategies that can last a lifetime. "The program will feature providers who are critical partners in improving the health and well-being of women," notes Bonnie Petrauskas, Regional Coordinator of the Hunterdon-Mercer Chronic Disease Coalition, the program organizer. Speakers include: Jennifer Montes, MD, MPH, Hunterdon Breast Surgery Center, Manisha Abeysinghe, MD, Advanced Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ellen Gantner, PsyD, Hunterdon Behavioral Health and Jeanne Gee, RDN, CSO, CDE, Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center. While both men and women have many of the same health challenges, some issues affect women differently and more commonly according to the National Institutes of Health: • Women bear exclusive health concerns such as breast and cervical cancers, menopause and pregnancy; (Cancer kills more than 250,000 women in the US annually) • Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women • Women are more likely to exhibit signs of depression and anxiety • Osteoarthritis affects more women than men. "We are delighted to offer an engaging experience for women in the community to get the latest information to help them live a healthier life" stated Dr. Barbara Tofani, Assistant Vice President, Outpatient & Ambulatory Services at Hunterdon Medical Center. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. To register for this educational program, please call:908.237.2328. "When a twig grows hard it is difficult to twist it. Every beginning is weak." ~ Irish Proverb e x e r c i s e i s m e d i c i n e : By: Dominic Benedetto – BS in Exercise Physiology & Certified Aquatics Fitness Professional Exercise is known to be a very effective treatment for numerous ailments, diseases and injuries. It has been shown to help control and reduce blood pressure and cholesterol as well as any medicine. Ranging from arthritis, chronic low back pain, to coronary artery disease and even cancer, exercise reduces symptoms, helps medication work its best and can help to relieve stress from treatments. People with diabetes who exercise require less medication to control their blood sugar levels. Exercise ensures that all bodily functions are working properly and efficiently. Additionally, exercise is the ultimate preventative medicine as well. Sedentary lifestyles can lead to more health issues in early life, such as hypertension, obesity, mental health disorders and cardiorespiratory issues. For those who wish to keep their bodies healthy and happy for the longest possible time, exercise is the best way to make that happen. Physical activity will help to make your heart and lungs operate more efficiently and feel better, it can work to relieve stress, improve your mood and regulate emotions. Bring this article in with you to one of our Wellness Center locations and enjoy a one day complimentary guest pass on us! (Please note: This offer is limited to one visit per guest, per month). h u n t e r d o n h e a l t h a n d w e l l n e s s c e n t e r l o c a t i o n s : Whitehouse Station: 537 Route 22 East, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Clinton: 1738 Route 31 North, Clinton, NJ 08809 Lambertville: 333 North Main Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530

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