(201) Health (2014 issue)

The 2014 issue of the Bergen County's annual health magazine.

Features in this issue include:

Strike a Pose  The practice of yoga is fundamental force in anchorwoman Kristine Johnson’s life

The Power of Sight Protecting young eyes from the dangers of daily damage

Give Me the Beat, Boys Two Bergen doctors make music to soothe the soul

Hips Don’t Lie New generation of joint-replacement patients see benefits of improved technology

In the Real World Holy Name Medical Center’s Institute for Simulation Learning offers hands-on training for professionals

Break the Habit Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease has moved up to become the third-leading cause of death in the U.S.

Food for Thought  The connection between your mouth, your mind and Alzheimer’s disease

Feels Like Home  New Family Birth Place at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center enhances birthing experience

Cutting-Edge Cardio New exercise craze combines Pilates, boxing and dance

Giving the Gift of Life  Newly revamped Organ Transplantation Program at HackensackUMC helps connect patients and donors

Uplifting News  Minimally and non-invasive procedures are popular trend in cosmetic treatments

Going Gluten-Free The dangers of gluten sensitivity and how to lead a healthy life after diagnosis

Superfoods  The power of health and healing may be on the plate

Help in Healing As hospitals show still-sick patients the door, rehabilitation and assisted living facilities step in

Anger Management Losing Control Unnecessary aggression and how to manage it

Ask the Expert Time to Smile Key dental questions answered

Breast Health  Shocking discovery sends breast cancer survivor on journey to help others

Family Health Stopping the spread of Lyme disease

Healthy Heart The Valley Heart & Vascular Institute offers breakthrough system that pinpoints the source of atrial fibrillation

Men’s Health Belly fat a formidable foe among aging men

Technology Tech Savvy New technologies enhance speed and accuracy of detection and treatment at local hospitals Weekend Warrior p.26

All Fun and Games? Youth sports only part of the fitness solution, experts say

Women’s Health Wyckoff boutique raises funds for cancer research and patients

PLUS:

Bergen's Top Doctors and Top Dentists

ON THE COVER: CBS2 anchor Kristine Johnson at Home Yoga in Mahwah. Photographed by Anne-Marie Caruso

152 pages