TakeCareStayWell.com is a resource to help those in New Jersey locate some of information that may be helpful to know during this time, including insightful interviews from expert heath care professionals.

Everyone has been affected in one way or another by the Covid-19 outbreak.  Many have had significant changes into their regular health care visits. Remember to schedule and keep your existing health care appointments.

Medical Health Professional Interviews

Dr. Charles Concodora

Lenny interviews pediatric urologist, Dr. Charles Concodora. They discuss the kind of treatment parents & children can expect at Monmouth Medical Centers Unterberg Children’s Hospital as well as Dr. Concorda’s new practice Monmouth Medical Centers Anne Vogel Family Care and Wellness Center located at the Monmouth Mall in Eatontown.

Dr. Alexander King

Nina interviews Dr. King Regional Director of Breast Radiology for Community Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center, and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus. Dr. King discusses Cancer Survivorship Month and the importance of annual screenings for breast cancer.  For mammogram scheduling and more, call 844-cancer-nj or visit rwjbh.org/mammo

Dr. Catherine Hanlon, MD

June is Men’s Health Month and Dianne is joined by Dr. Cathrine Hanlon, Medical Director for Hyperbaric Medicine from the Southern Region wound care centers located in Long Branch, Lakewood & Toms River.  Dr. Hanlon reminds men to get their prostate checked and to let those diagnosed with prostate cancer about the treatment options at RWJ Barnabas Health.

Vaccine Scheduling

Everyone 5 or older who lives, works, or studies in New Jersey is now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.

Vaccine FAQ

Answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Covid-19 Vaccinations.

NJ Testing

Testing centers are open in NJ.  Follow this link to the testing centers page at covid19.nj.gov

Protection Tips

Advice from the CDC on how to protect yourself and others to lower the risk of infection and minimize the spread.

Symptoms

CDC information on what the symptoms are, when to get tested and when to seek medical assistance.

If You Are Sick

Advice on what steps to take when illness is present, provided by covid19.nj.gov

NJ.Gov Public Health Hotline for Covid-19 Information

Live assistance regarding COVID-19 information is available. To speak with a health care professional, call 1-800-962-1253 and for general information and resources for basic needs, dial 211. 

Learn More at covid19.nj.gov