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According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive Diseases[1], approximately 60 to 70 million people suffer from digestive health related issues, ranging from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Although digestive disorders are very common, there are still many preventative measures that can be taken. How does the digestive system function?…

A new vaccine that fights three strains of influenza is now available from health care providers across the U.S. The most effective way to fight the flu is to get vaccinated, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While the virus can spread among the population during the entire year, the flu…

Expecting a baby is an exciting and life-changing journey. Expectant parents and those planning on becoming parents are invited to Little Pumpkins A Baby Expo at Mountainside. Learn how to create a birth plan, classes available at the hospital, what to expect, and tour the Birthing Center. Mountainside providers and team members will be available…

According to the United States Census Bureau, women account for 50.4% of the U.S. population (U.S. Census, 2024). Approximately 13% of women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer during their lifetime (American Cancer Society, 2024). Currently, 44% of women in the United States live with some form of heart disease. While, about 0.65% of…

Mountainside Medical Center one of 384 healthcare facilities nationwide earning the “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” designation Mountainside Medical Center announced their “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” designation from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC). The designation was awarded in the 16th iteration of HRC’s Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), released today. A record 1,065 healthcare facilities actively participated…

Photo: Meghan Hodgson, RN, clinic educator (center) proudly holds her award. Mountainside Medical Center is proud to present Meghan Hodgson, RN, clinical educator of Nursing Education with the Care Award. Meghan started her career at Mountainside over two decades ago as an Emergency Department Nurse. She later moved into her current role as a Clinical…

Photo (center holding certificate): Winsome Campbell, environmental services tech of Environmental Services Mountainside Medical Center is proud to present Winsome Campbell, environmental services tech of Environmental Services with the Care Award. Winsome’s dedication to the well-being of patients in the inpatient behavioral health department has been described as exemplary, demonstrating concern, compassion, and respect towards…