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Briteside Adult Day Center is Now Part of Hunterdon Healthcare

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Briteside Adult Day Center located in Flemington is now a part of the Hunterdon Healthcare System’s Hunterdon Regional Community Health.  Briteside provides a comfortable, safe, home-like environment to help older adults (age 55+) in need of some supervision during the day to maintain their vitality. 

Briteside provides a program of social adult day care with activities assigned to encourage independence; promote good health, nutrition, and self-esteem. The Center provides an alternative for care enabling participants to remain part of the community and offering caregivers respite.

A typical day at Briteside includes a coffee and social hour in the morning, a complete lunch at noon, and an afternoon snack. Participants exercise every day with a walk in the mornings and various other exercises specifically designed for seniors.  The day also includes entertainment/singing and cognitive games such as Name that Tune. 

Briteside is open Monday – Friday. from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  To learn more call 908-782-8080.   Briteside is part of Hunterdon Regional Community Health which also offers Medicare-certified home health services, nurses and therapists, certified home health aides, private-duty nursing, home infusion, Hunterdon Lifeline – personal emergency response system, prescription medication device, Hunterdon Hospice and Visiting Health and Supportive Services. For more information about the services and programs offered at Hunterdon Healthcare visit our website or call us at (888) 885-7190.

Hunterdon Women's Imaging Center Moves to New Location

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Hunterdon Medical Center is pleased to announce the formal opening of Hunterdon Women’s Imaging Center (121 Rte. 31, Flemington).  Formerly named the 31 North Imaging Center, it will consolidate all women’s imaging services from the Kings Court facility located at 2 Kings Court in Flemington, which will cease operation at that site.  The new location will become an ambulatory service of the Hunterdon Medical Center and be supported by Hunterdon Radiological Associates’ high quality professional interpretation service. 

The Hunterdon Women’s Imaging Center features leading-edge technology in a tranquil environment.  The comprehensive diagnostic services offered at the Hunterdon Women’s Imaging Center include:

• Digital Mammography

• Ultrasound and Breast Ultrasound

• Bone Densitometry (DEXA)

• General Diagnostic Radiology

• Lab Drawing Station

All diagnostic testing is performed with the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology. Hunterdon Medical Center is accredited by the American College of Radiology as a nationally approved Mammography and Ultrasound Center. In addition, Hunterdon Medical Center is the only Breast Center in Hunterdon County to be accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.

To schedule an appointment, please call 908-788-6388.  Imaging services can also be obtained at the Medical Imaging Department at Hunterdon Medical Center, 2100 Wescott Drive in Flemington. 

HMC Dietitian Becomes Certified in Sports Dietetics

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Michelle Wright, M.S., R.D., CDE, CSSD, Nutritionist, Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management, has recently received certification and is now a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), the premier professional sports nutrition credential in the United States. 

The CSSD is offered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) for registered dietitians who have specialized experience in sports dietetics. Being Board Certified as a Specialist in Sports Dietetics designates specific knowledge, skills, and expertise for competency in sports dietetics practice.

CSSD’s apply sports nutrition science to fueling fitness, sport, and athletic performance.  Michelle offers sports nutrition counseling for competitive or recreational athletes held at the Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management by appointment.  The appointments are an hour and the cost is $65 or $55 for members of the Hunterdon Health and Wellness Centers. 

Michelle Wright, M.S., R.D., CDE, CSSD, Nutritionist, Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management

5 Things About Arthritis that You Should be Aware of During Arthritis Awareness Month

Arthritis is an inflammatory condition that leads to swelling and pain in the joints.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States and affects more than 50 million American adults and children.  This month, increase your awareness of this common disease by reading through these five important facts about arthritis.

1. There are many different types of arthritis.  Arthritis is a term that encompasses many different forms of inflammatory joint disease.  In the United States, the most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, followed by gout, fibromyalgia, and rheumatoid arthritis.  Each has its own cause and requires a different approach to treatment.

2. Obesity can put you at a higher risk.  Being overweight places a large amount of stress on the joints, especially on the hips and knees.  Over time, the protective cartilage in these joints can sustain wear and damage, eventually resulting in the pain and inflammation of arthritis.

3. You can prevent arthritis.  Making healthy lifestyle choices, such as eating well, staying active, and maintaining a healthy weight, have been shown to reduce a person’s risk for developing some forms of arthritis.  Protecting your joints during rigorous physical activity can also help to prevent injuries that can lead to arthritis.  If you are at risk for this disease, ask your doctor how you can stay healthy and manage your risk factors. 

4. Physical activity reduces arthritis pain.  Whether it is walking, swimming, or jogging, getting regular exercise has been proven to reduce the symptoms of arthritis.  Physical activity can also promote weight loss, which is critical for taking unnecessary pressure off of damaged joints. 

5. There is no cure for arthritis.  Although there is no known cure for arthritis, the condition can be managed with the help of an experienced medical specialist.  Early diagnosis and treatment can help to prevent the progression of the disease and alleviate symptoms.

Hunterdon Healthcare strives to promote community-focused, patient-centered healthcare of the highest quality.  For more information about the services and programs offered at Hunterdon Healthcare visit our website or call us at (888) 885-7190.

Learn More About Autism Awareness and Healthy Pregnancy Tips

Did you enjoy learning about the health topics discussed in our recent blogs?  The following websites contain more helpful information about these topics and more.

• Are you planning for a healthy pregnancy?  If so, check out these helpful articles found on the American Pregnancy Association website.

• You can also learn more about preparing your body for pregnancy with the help of this preconception planning guide from the Mayo Clinic website.

• Autism is a developmental disability that typically presents in the first three years of life.  Find out more about autism from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.

• April is Autism Awareness Month.  You can increase your awareness of how this disability affects families and how you can help by visiting the Autism Society website.

For more information about the services and programs offered at Hunterdon Healthcare visit our website or call us at (888) 885-7190.