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New Jersey City University Meets Mental Health Need With 24/7 Aid

One of nation's most ethnically diverse colleges caters services to students facing language barriers, cultural stigma

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New Mobile Health Clinic Provides Equitable Care to Essex County

RWJBarnabas Health and Essex County are delivering aid directly to local residents with its new mobile pediatric unit, bridging gaps in health care access.

New Jersey Reports First Measles Case Of 2026 Involving Hudson County Resident

Announcement follows discussion about new funding for state’s immunization system

Only 3.8% of U.S. Dentists Are Black, New Report Finds 

A new Delta Dental report highlights a stark lack of diversity in the dental workforce, as Dr. Nicole McGrath-Barnes explains how representation, access, and early education are key to closing oral health gaps in New Jersey’s underserved communities.

She Owed Her Insurer a Nickel, So It Canceled Her Coverage
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NJ diverted $45 million in opioid funds. Advocates say the reason still doesn’t add up.

How New Jersey diverted $45 million in opioid settlement funds to hospitals — and what they plan to do with it.

Many ACA Customers Are Paying Higher Premiums. Most Blame Trump and Republicans, Poll Finds.
New Jersey Named 2nd Most Expensive State To Give Birth

New Jersey families pay thousands more for childbirth than neighbors in PA and Delaware—but the state also offers free services to help bridge the gap.

Trump Required Hospitals To Post Their Prices for Patients. Mostly It’s the Industry Using the Data.

Price transparency rules haven’t helped patients shop for care, with insurers and hospitals using the data instead for negotiations.

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More Beds, Faster Care: Bergen New Bridge Expands Emergency Room