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You packed the beach bags, swimsuits and sunscreen, but are you truly prepared for that road trip to the beach? Road trips can be the highlight of the summer but seasonal hazards can lead to increased accidents. “Awareness on the road and…

The American Association of Postgraduate Physician Assistant Programs (APPAP) recently approved the STARS (Surgical Trauma and Acute Resuscitative Service) program at Capital Health to offer the country’s first designated acute care…

One of the ways that Capital Health lives up to its slogan “Minds Advancing Medicine” is by participating in national research trials that help push the boundaries of traditional medicine. For example, the Capital Health Center for…

Distracted driving has become an epidemic among American drivers. At any given moment, approximately 660,000 drivers are driving while using electronic devices. “Distractions can be categorized as manual, visual and cognitive. An activity…

The Marjorie G. Ernest Joint Replacement Center of Excellence at Capital Health Medical Center– Hopewell has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Total Joint Hip Replacement by demonstrating compliance with The Joint…

Capital Health and Henry J. Austin Health Center are providing better access to medical care for the city’s uninsured or medically underserved residents at the Capital Health Family Health Center, located at 433 Bellevue Avenue in Trenton…

Spider and varicose veins are often accepted as a part of the aging process. While these conditions are common, patients should know when to seek treatment. “While sometimes regular exercise, elevating your legs or avoiding sitting or…

Capital Women in Philanthropy (CWP) is a network of caring women who share a strong commitment to the health and well-being of family, friends and community. “Membership in CWP encourages women’s active involvement in the life of…

Patient flow (measured by wait times, length of stay and patients who leave without being seen) is a common issue for emergency departments in hospitals across the country. “Over the past year, our emergency departments have been working…

One out of four people who suffer from heartburn are experiencing symptoms that may indicate a more serious, chronic condition known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. “Patients with mild GERD symptoms can typically find relief…