Proper sleep is a key ingredient for overall health, wellbeing and success in life. Take a moment to learn about the importance of sleep.

The month of January is historically a time to reflect on the previous year and set goals and resolutions for the coming year. It’s a time to examine different aspects […]

The Advent season is upon us. A time to prepare for the birth of Jesus and to reflect on the journey Mary took before His birth. While the literal definition […]

This month we turn our focus on lung health, raising awareness about lung cancer and COPD.

Be prepared and understanding the best way to protect yourself is important as the colder weather approaches. Read on for more information.

This month, learn more about cholesterol levels and ways you can prevent or reduce high cholesterol.

A very wise person explains grief as “one word for a lot of things”. Grief does not automatically mean the death of a person but rather it means the death of […]

Protecting our vision begins with keeping our vision healthy.  In the same way we see our primary care providers and specialists to ensure our bodies are fit and healthy, we […]

Headaches and migraines are among the leading cause of debilitating conditions in the world. Read more in this issue of Health Notes.

Did you know that Osteoporosis is responsible for over a million broken bones every year? Get to know your bones in this month's Health Notes.

As a Catholic community, everyone should do their part to help all feel welcome by loving one another as God loves each of us.

It's National Nutrition Month and we are focusing on how food impacts our body and lives. Recipes and other helpful resources are waiting for you.

World Cancer Day, which takes place every February 4, is an international initiative with the goal to raise awareness about detection, prevention, and treatment with hopes of someday being able to prevent and better treat this awful disease known as cancer.

With many people setting goals in health and wellness, it is appropriate that January is National Staying Healthy Month for the mind, body and soul.

Family gatherings, unrealistic expectations, and loss can bring feelings of anxiety, sadness, and loneliness. Here are some tips to help you handle those holiday blues.

Protect Your Joy! Each November, we take time to celebrate and honor the more than 65 million Americans who care for loved ones during National Family Caregivers Month. Over the […]

Physical therapy can improve overall health since the exercises and motions are geared towards building strength, improving balance and steadiness, and reducing pain.

Routine cancer screenings are one of the best ways to detect cancer in the early stages - before symptoms appear.

This month is Gastroparesis Awareness Month. We will be reviewing the role our GI tract plays in our body.

Summer creates great opportunities for getting outside and having fun! Barbeques, beach trips and picnics are all social events we can enjoy outdoors that also provide opportunities for exercise and social […]

Recent updates regarding the COVID vaccine and the need for booster shots have been emerging in the news as the best way to help protect against serious illness and possible […]

This month we raise awareness about Alzheimer's and other forms of dementias and discuss healthy habits to potentially lower your risks of impaired cognitive function.

Learn more about the different types of arthritis and joint-friendly physical activities for people living with arthritis.

This month we are sharing education on Parkinson's disease. Parkinson’s is a brain disorder 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with each year.

April is the month we bring awareness to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the importance of welcoming everyone in the celebration of our faith.

The kidneys are remarkable organs that carry out vital work in our bodies, yet many do not realize how important they are.

February is widely known as American Heart Month. And while good heart health is essential, February is also Low Vision Awareness Month.

Happy January! The New Year brings colder weather here in our area. Colder weather can present unique challenges particularly as we age. This month we will focus on how to stay safe in cold weather.

The holiday season can be a great time of sharing and celebrating with family and friends, but it can also be very hectic and disruptive to our normal routine. Parties, […]

Many of you know of someone who has diabetes or you may have diabetes yourself. However, do you really understand what diabetes is?  Diabetes, or what some people call “having […]

This month we are shifting our health focus to bring awareness to the importance of dental health and hygiene. Did you know? As we age, our dental health needs change […]

Many know the importance of keeping our heart healthy and blood pressure within normal range.  These are both very important especially when we discuss stroke prevention.  However, it’s also important […]

August is National Immunization Awareness Month.  During this month we focus on the importance of all vaccines, not just the ones we currently hear about in the news.  While right […]

July is Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Awareness Month and while we are outside enjoying those warm summer rays, let’s talk this month about sun safety. Skin cancer is the most common […]

Over the past year terms such as social distancing, masks and staying safe have been ingrained in our minds.  Whether we agreed with following these guidelines or not, it was […]

Heart health is essential to every individual’s overall health and wellness.  It is for this reason that we spread awareness to heart health twice a year.  During February we celebrate […]

Each year during the month of April campaigns bring awareness to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).  “Autism Awareness Month” has recently shifted to “Autism Acceptance Month” to help foster a greater […]

This month we are expanding our health notes conversation to include health topics outside of the current pandemic.  We spoke briefly in the fall about routine screenings and other non-essential […]

How to Sign Up For a COVID-19 Vaccine in New Jersey February is famously known in the world of medicine as American Heart Month.  Throughout this month, many organizations shed […]

The new year is upon us and with that we have recently seen the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approve two vaccines to help in the fight against COVID-19.  […]

The past year has proven to be a roller coaster no one wanted to ride, however as we enter the Advent and Christmas season, let’s have hope that this season […]

Last November our Health Notes contained the key points about hospice and palliative care and were presented as a brief overview with explanation of major similarities and differences of the […]

Medicare Open Enrollment Oct. 15 – Dec. 7 Here are 4 things you need to know to better manage your Medicare: 1. Check your coverage plan and decide if it […]

This month we are talking about a very important topic that has been dominating the news recently.  The topic is mental health.  While we hear the term, mental health used […]

This month we are shedding light on Healthy Aging Awareness Month and what healthy aging is.   Healthy Aging is the process of developing and maintaining functional ability that leads a […]

Over the last few months we have been discussing COVID-19 and all the challenges and uncertainty it has brought our lives.  From increased mental health needs to postponed routine doctor’s […]

This month the focus of our Health Notes is on other health areas impacted by the coronavirus these past few months, primarily safety and infection prevention.  Many have gone from […]

Mental health plays a significant role in our lives. We are all facing new and different stresses, anxieties and fears during these challenging times, and it is important to be […]

By Nicole Keefer, RN Director of Parish Nursing Diocese of Camden In preparing for this month’s Health Notes blog it almost seemed appropriate that this month is Mental Health Awareness […]

You understand the seriousness of it. You take all the precautions. Now the walls of your home are closing in on you. You used to be active, physically and mentally.  […]

In response to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s decision to limit much of the activity in our state, I have made the following decisions related to the spiritual activities of […]

With federal health officials issuing a warning this week about the potential spread of the coronavirus in the United States, and news coming in from around the globe about extreme […]

Everywhere we go we hear that February is Heart Awareness Month but did you know that despite all the publicity heart disease is still the #1 killer of Americans?  In […]

Did you know that currently there are more than 3 million people living with Glaucoma in the United States?  And that they predict that more than half of these individuals […]

As everyone hustles and bustles to and fro during the Christmas season, it’s important to be mindful of how we drive.  Did you know that each year the first week […]

National Hospice and Palliative Care Month 2019 Each year during the month of November, we acknowledge National Hospice and Palliative Care month as a way to help spread awareness and […]

August is National Immunization Awareness Month.  This annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life.  Yes, even as seniors we need to still be concerned about […]

Each year we celebrate Men’s Health Week during the week leading up to Father’s Day.  During this week the medical community takes time to point out important health facts and […]

Every year, more than 730,000 adults experience heart attacks.  Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of health-related fatalities in the United States. Most people associate having a heart attack with […]

The holidays are a time to enjoy family, friends, special meals and treats but with all the extra activity and delicious goodies our bodies may have some trouble keeping up […]

As we enter the Fall months and before the cold weather keeps everyone inside for the winter, it is a good time to take a look and evaluate whether your […]

September is Healthy Aging Month September is Healthy Aging Month. It’s a good time to take a look at your lifestyle habits and routines and see if perhaps, with a […]

    Many of us have heard the term Hepatitis C but most of us don’t know what the disease is or what it can do to the human body. […]

Stages of Alzheimer progression Changes in the brain related to Alzheimer’s begin years before any signs of the disease. This time period, which can last for years, is referred to […]

What is Osteoporosis? It is a disease of progressive bone loss associated with an increased risk of fractures. It  literally means “porous bone.”  The disease often develops unnoticed for many […]

Research has shown that getting a good night’s sleep is one way to stay healthier and more productive during the day.   Here are some tips to help you get […]

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that lead to damage of the optic nerve and in some cases to severe vision loss, if undetected.  Once optic nerve damage and […]

Holiday Health Tips The holidays are a time of celebration and enjoying gatherings and activities we wait for all year.  Special traditions and meals fill the days and nights until […]

  Bladder Health for Older Adults While everyone uses their bladder many times each day, older adults may need to know about the changes that typically take place in the bladder […]

  Here are some tips and suggestions to help you get started  living a healthier  lifestyle: Take a walk or do desk exercises instead of a cigarette or coffee break […]

  Arthritis means inflammation in the body’s joints (places in the body where two bones meet).  Inflammation is swelling, redness and pain.  It’s your body’s reaction to injury or infection. […]

Here are some tips from the National Catholic Partnership on Disability to help create an environment of acceptance and comfort when interacting or working with those on the Autism spectrum. […]

March is National Kidney Month . . . Take some time to learn how you can keep your kidneys functioning properly and keep them as healthy as possible at every […]

10 Quick Tips to Keeping your Heart Healthy!     Aim for 7 hours of sound sleeping a night. Cut out Trans fats. (Trans fat appears on the ingredients list […]

For those who suffer from gluten sensitivity – did you know there are “low gluten” hosts available?  Check with your parish  to see what their procedure is  for preparing to […]

A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision.  Most cataracts are related to aging.  Cataracts are very common in older people.  By age 80, […]

  Have a Healthy and Happy Christmas ~Schedule down time to rest and recharge, do something for yourself! ~Eat the Best and leave the rest – be selective about what […]

Alzheimer’s is a devastating diagnosis for the person and their family and friends. One of the best ways to handle this disease is early diagnosis and treatment. Many people deny […]

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung […]

HEALTHY AGING TIP :  MAINTAIN A HEALTHY ATTITUDE A healthy life always starts with a healthy attitude and outlook.  You must balance any sense of loss or disappointment with positive […]

Hot weather is dangerous, and everyone feels the heat differently but for the elderly, heat stroke and heat exhaustion are a real problem.  Over 40% of heat-related fatalities  are among people over 65. […]

  Did You Know. . .   Protection from ultraviolet (UV) radiation is important all year round, not just during the summer or at the beach. . .   UV rays from […]

Bringing Food to a Picnic or Cookout: *   Use an insulated cooler filled with ice or frozen gel packs. Frozen food can also be used as a cold source. *   […]

“Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue. Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, (fathers, brothers and sons), men’s health is truly […]

When you’re feeling anxious or stressed, these strategies will help you cope:   . Take a time-out.  Listen to music, meditate, get a massage, or learn relaxation techniques.  Stepping  back […]

If you think someone may be having a stoke, act F.A.S.T. and do the following simple test: F – FACE:  Ask the person to smile.  Does one side of the […]

Something so many of us take for granted, the ability to quench our thirst. Medically speaking water is necessary for human life yet do we ever think about being thirsty.  […]

  Here are some tips to help you make the best possible food choices:   Apples and other fruits should make up part of breakfast. Varying your protein routine is essential […]

KNOW THE FACTS ABOUT HEART DISEASE What is heart disease? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. More than 600,000 Americans die of heart disease […]

Make a Resolution for Healthy Vision ! Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States. People are often unaware that glaucoma has no symptoms […]

Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression When stress is at its peak, it’s hard to stop and regroup. Try to prevent stress and depression in the first place, especially […]

It has been recognized for many years that people 65 years and older are at greater risk of serious complications from the flu compared with young, healthy adults because human […]