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Westfield’s Seraphim Wellness Hosts Grand Opening Weekend
May 19, 2013WESTFIELD, NJ — Seraphim Wellness held its grand opening in Westfield with complimentary services, door prizes and refreshments ...
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Important Information from the Westfield Board of Health
May 16, 2013To the Editor: The Westfield Board of Health met on May 6, 2012. We discussed the impending invasion of cicadas. &n...
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Help Prevent Substance Abuse and Promote Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Well-Being in Union County
May 16, 2013Do you feel stressed, depressed, or overwhelmed? Well you are not alone. Estimates show that only 17 percent of all U.S. a...
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Westfield Mayor Declares Preeclampsia Awareness Month
May 16, 2013Westfield Mayor Andrew K. Skibitsky has issued a proclamation declaring May 2013 Preeclampsia Awareness Month. “May is Natio...
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Westfield Mom Raises Pediatric Stroke Awareness for the Month of May
May 15, 2013WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield mom Julie Steinberg may never know why her five-year-old son, Eliot, suffered a stroke in utero, which...
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Illicit and Prescription Drug Abuse is a problem we all face; help prevent it here in Union County
May 13, 2013The White House’s Office of National Drug Control Policy estimates the economic cost of drug abuse in the United States at $181 ...
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Union County to Recognize May 12 Through May 18 as Prevention Week
May 10, 2013The Health and Wellness Coalition of Union County (HAWC) will be coordinating efforts to recognize the week of May 12 through May 18 a...
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AmeriCare Physical Therapy: Living With Scleroderma
May 9, 2013Are you one of the 300,000 people in the United States who suffer from Scleroderma? Scleroderma is a chronic connective tissue di...
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Seraphim Wellness Grand Opening
May 7, 2013Seraphim Wellness has arrived! Seraphim Wellness is located in the heart of downtown Westfield at 66 Elm Street, Suite 12. ...
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United Healthcare Health Bee at the Westfield Area Y for 7th Grade Students was a Big Success
May 2, 2013The Westfield Area Y hosted the fourth annual UnitedHealthcare Health Bee on April 30th at the Robert and Virginia Bauer Branch in Wes...
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Enjoy a Mother's Day Guided Horseback Ride in Union County's Watchung Reservation
May 1, 2013Treat your mom to a special event this Mother’s Day when you take her for a ride in the beautiful Watchung Reservation. Union Co...
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Westfield Police Accepting Unwanted Medications April 27
April 26, 2013WESTFIELD, NJ—The Westfield Police Department will accept expired, unused and unwanted medications as part of "Operation Ta...
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Fitness "Fun" Raiser to Benefit the Westfield Area Y Strong Kids Campaign
April 24, 2013The Westfield Area Y’s 7th Annual Fitness “FUN” RAISER is being held on Saturday, May 4th from 8:00 am – 11:00...
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Healthy Family Fun at the Westfield Area Y's Free Healthy Kids Day
April 19, 2013On Saturday, April 27th from 1:00 - 4:00 pm, the Westfield Area Y will join more than 1,500 YMCA’s nationwide in sponsoring YMCA...
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Avoiding Burnout: Making Conscious Choices
April 19, 2013I define burn-out as an emptiness inside. If you are burned out, you have emotional hunger pains that you feel helpless to satis...
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Gentle Beginner Yoga for Adults Offered at Trailside on Tuesdays from May 21 to June 18
April 18, 2013Gentle Beginner Yoga Classes for Adults Offered at Trailside on Tuesdays, May 21 to June 18 MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ – The Union...
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Rahway Fitness Holds Free Community Health Fair Saturday April 20th - 9:00am to 1:00pm
April 18, 2013Scotch Plains, NJ - RWJ Rahway Fitness & Wellness Center opens to the public on Saturday April 20th from 9:00am to 1:00 pm. ...
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New Jersey Celebrates National Preeclampsia Awareness Month
April 17, 2013Advocates for the Preeclampsia Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing maternal and infant illness and death due t...
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Essential Oils for Everyday Health & Wellness will be discussed at Trailside, April 25
April 16, 2013The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is pleased to announce a program for adults at Trailside Nature and Science Center &ndash...
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7th-Grade Students Will Answer Questions About Food and Fitness During The Westfield Area Y's UnitedHealthcare Health Bee
April 11, 2013The Westfield Area Y is hosting its fourth annual UnitedHealthcare Health Bee on April 30th from 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm at the Robert...
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Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of NY and NJ Dermatology Office Opens Office in Westfield, NJ!
April 9, 2013Our new Westfield office joins our established offices in Hackensack, NJ, Hillsborough, NJ, Montclair, NJ, New York City, Boston and B...
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Senator Menendez Speaks at The Children’s Institute of Livingston
April 9, 2013LIVINGSTON, NJ – On Mon. April 8, Senator Robert Menendez visited The Children’s Institute in Livingston for a press co...
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Important Information from the Westfield Board of Health
April 8, 2013To the Editor: The Westfield Board of Health joined with leaders and members of the boards of health from New Providence, Roselle ...
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Imagine Seeking Loving Listeners
April 8, 2013Imagine, A Center for Coping With Loss is seeking adult volunteers for its next Facilitator Training June 28 – July 1, 2013. ...
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Get the Latest Information on Ways to Assist with Weight Loss at Westfield Area Y's Bellyfat, Stress and Hormones Lunch and Learn
April 4, 2013The Westfield Area Y is offering an informative Lunch and Learn entitled “Belly Fat, Stress and Hormones” presented by Dr....