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Will Kennedy, former Old Bridge High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By South Middlesex Times | May 16, 2024

They open the tournament against Arcadia Knights.

DJ McGuinness, former East Brunswick High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By South Middlesex Times | May 16, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

Joseph Ditzel, former East Brunswick High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By South Middlesex Times | May 16, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

Blood pressure drugs double bone-fracture risk in nursing home residents: Study

By South Middlesex Times | May 15, 2024

A study conducted by Rutgers Health reveals that blood pressure medications significantly increase the risk of life-threatening bone fractures in nursing home residents. The research, which utilized records from nearly 30,000 patients, found that these medications more than double the fracture risk.

Antiseizure medications: Understanding the risk of life-threatening reactions

By South Middlesex Times | May 15, 2024

Molecular tests and other screening tools can mitigate the risk of potentially fatal reactions to antiseizure medications, which are used by millions of Americans for epilepsy and other conditions. However, skin rashes still necessitate immediate medical attention, according to research from Rutgers Health.

Infertility treatment linked to doubled postpartum heart disease risk: Study

By South Middlesex Times | May 15, 2024

A recent study conducted by Rutgers Health experts reveals that patients who have undergone infertility treatment are twice as likely to be hospitalized with heart disease in the year following delivery, compared to those who conceived naturally. The research involved an analysis of over 31 million hospital records.

Christian Petrillo, former North Brunswick Township High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By South Middlesex Times | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Post Eagles.

Christian Lucadamo, former Monroe Township High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By South Middlesex Times | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number four seed.

Jenna Garofalo, former East Brunswick High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By South Middlesex Times | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Rowan Profs.

Abigail Pawlowski, former Monroe Township High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By South Middlesex Times | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

Potential dangers of allergy medicines: What consumers need to know

By South Middlesex Times | May 14, 2024

Seasonal allergy sufferers often rely on over-the-counter and prescription medications to alleviate symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, runny nose, congestion, and itchiness. However, many are unaware of the potential side effects associated with these treatments. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1 million people visit U.S. hospital emergency departments annually due to adverse drug events, with over a quarter requiring hospitalization.

New Jersey residents express high concern over healthcare costs: Poll

By South Middlesex Times | May 14, 2024

Three-quarters of New Jersey residents have expressed concerns about the cost of health care services and unexpected medical bills, according to a recent poll. The survey, part of the New Jersey Health Matters series by the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute in partnership with the Rutgers-Eagleton Poll, also found that over 60% of respondents are worried about their monthly health insurance premium and prescription drug costs.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Middlesex County in week ending May 11?

By South Middlesex Times | May 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending May 11

By South Middlesex Times | May 13, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rutgers researcher uses AI to identify potential addiction treatments

By South Middlesex Times | May 13, 2024

A collaborative effort between a Rutgers researcher and a local high school student has led to the development of a machine learning method to screen existing drugs for potential efficacy in treating addiction-related disorders. The partnership involved Morgan James, an assistant professor of psychiatry at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and Vanessa Zhang, a student from West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South.

Rutgers graduate and Fulbright student aims to improve public health in the Philippines

By South Middlesex Times | May 13, 2024

Erin Go, a Rutgers graduate and Fulbright student, was only six years old when she immigrated from the Philippines to Edison, New Jersey with her parents. Fifteen years later, her family's struggles continue to inspire her as she embarks on a career in public health. This August, Go will return to her home country where she will work with underserved girls to understand the barriers to HPV vaccination and improve immunization coverage.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending May 11

By South Middlesex Times | May 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Freeman Hrabowski delivers hopeful message to Rutgers Class of 2024

By South Middlesex Times | May 12, 2024

Freeman Hrabowski III, a renowned educator and civil rights advocate, addressed the Rutgers University Class of 2024 with a message of hope during challenging times. Speaking at the 258th anniversary commencement of Rutgers University-New Brunswick and Rutgers Health, Hrabowski encouraged the students to build their future on strong character and cherished relationships.

Which former South Middlesex Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By South Middlesex Times | May 12, 2024

This former South Middlesex Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.