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Rutgers appoints Jeanne M. Clark as new chairperson for department

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 31, 2024

Jeanne M. Clark, a board-certified internal medicine physician with extensive research experience and a nationally renowned expert in the epidemiology and treatment of obesity, will join Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School as the Henry Rutgers Professor and chair of the Department of Medicine.

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Rutgers professor highlights risks posed by unregulated wellness industry

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 31, 2024

The wellness industry operates with minimal regulation, allowing social media influencers to make health claims that often lack scientific support. These influencers, who present themselves as experts, reach vast audiences through relatable content and social media algorithms.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending July 27

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 30, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending July 27?

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Kamala Harris's electability questioned following Biden endorsement

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 30, 2024

Minutes after President Joe Biden announced his decision to bow out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Kamala Harris as his successor on the Democratic ticket, discussions regarding her electability began among politicians and pundits.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Middlesex County in week ending July 27?

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 29, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rutgers appoints Vikas Dharnidharka as new chair for department of pediatrics

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 29, 2024

Vikas Dharnidharka, a board-certified pediatric nephrologist and transplant specialist recognized for his clinical expertise and research, will join Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School as the Henry Rutgers Professor and chair of the Department of Pediatrics.

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Rutgers alumna crowned miss new jersey prepares for miss usa competition

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 29, 2024

Jabili Kandula is not afraid to go after her dreams, even when those dreams defy expectations.

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Professors discuss future impact of GLP-1 agonists on obesity treatment

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 29, 2024

GLP-1 agonists, a class of medications including Ozempic and Wegovy, have garnered attention for their efficacy in managing Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Professors Keerthana Kesavarapu and Kunal Shah from the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, who lead the Rutgers Center of Metabolic Health and Weight Management, discussed the implications of these drugs for obesity treatment.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending July 27?

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 28, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at four gas stations in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 28, 2024

The following parishes in the South Middlesex Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending July 20

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 27, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Medical students embark on careers at White Coat Ceremony

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 26, 2024

Jake Gluckman was initially on a path toward a career in theater, with notable achievements including five callbacks for the lead role in "Dear Evan Hansen" on Broadway and writing a musical about his brother, Sam, who has autism. However, his interest shifted towards medicine after shadowing physicians during his senior year at Yale.

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Rutgers doctoral student wins prestigious Rome Prize for art history research

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 26, 2024

Julia Katz has always been fascinated by stories of the ancient worlds. When she was 8 or 9, at her grandfather’s recommendation, she read the works of Homer.

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Rutgers seeks young adult participants for cigarillo marketing study

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 25, 2024

Rutgers Health researchers are recruiting participants for a study examining cigarillo perceptions and use in young adults. These products come in brands like Swisher Sweets, Black & Mild, White Owl, and Dutch Masters.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Middlesex County in week ending July 20?

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 25, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 20

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 24, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Medical student collaborates with martial artist for conflict resolution training

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 23, 2024

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School student Yvan Yomba and his friend, martial artist Michael Loureiro, are collaborating to equip individuals with skills to handle conflict in various settings. Their initiative, Street Ready LLC, offers courses in conflict de-escalation, first aid, and personal safety.

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Guidance published on improving early-stage Lyme disease diagnosis

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 23, 2024

Every year in the United States, an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Kamala Harris secures Democratic endorsement after President Biden exits 2024 race

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 23, 2024

The Democratic Party is quickly aligning behind Kamala Harris following the recent announcement that President Biden will not seek re-election.