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Itchy eyes, runny nose, plugged sinusesyep seasonal allergies are in full effect! Maybe youve lived with allergies your whole lifeor maybe they are something new this year, either way you dont have to suffer in stuffy silence. In thisCommunity Conversation, Michael Gerardi, MD, an emergency medicine physician with Atlantic Medical Group, answers your allergy-related questions and shares how a visit to your doctor or local urgent care center could leave you breathing easier when it comes to fighting seasonal allergies. Watch >

Monday, April 11 at 12:30pm Did you know Black women in New Jersey are seven times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related complication than White women? Thats just one of many statistics that shows the challenge facing New Jersey and the nation in improving Black maternal health.Nkechinyere Amadi, MD, OB/GYNat Atlantic Medical Group and Ophelia M. Byers, DNP, RN, Chief Nursing Officer at Overlook Medical Centerexamine the various causes of this crisis and share potentially life-saving information.

Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 12:30pm Pediatric eating disorders are serious illnesses that require prompt treatment. Two Atlantic Health experts will help parents recognize the signs of an eating disorder and know where to turn for help.

Friday, December 10, 2021 at 12:30pmTom Thomas, MD, MPH,director of Head and Neck Reconstructive and Transoral Robotic Surgery and director of Sleep Surgery at Morristown Medical Center, joins us to share ways you can prevent head and neck cancers as well as new technologies that help patients with debilitating sleep apnea.

Friday, October 22, 2021 at 1:00pmFor a lot of people, separating their work life from personal life has become increasingly difficult. On this episode of Community Conversations,Federico Cerrone, MD,medical director,Atlantic Health Sleep Centers, and Kathy Robb, CHC, well-being coach,Chambers Center for Well-Being, shared how to address work-life balance, incorporate self-care practices and the importance of good sleep to recharge your batteries and boost your mental health.

Thursday, October 7, 2021 at 12:30pmMammograms can help find breast cancer early, when treatment is most successful. On this episode of Community Conversations,Lisa Bash, MD,radiologist and medical director of theBreast Center at Chilton Medical Center, discussed the most common risk factors for breast cancer, the latest advancements in detection and the#AskHercampaign, which encourages everyone to ask the people they love to get screened.

Friday, September 17 at 1:00pmIn this Community Conversation, pediatricianWalter Rosenfeld, MD,chair of Pediatrics at Goryeb Children's Hospital and medical director ofChildren's Healthfor Atlantic Health System, shared what parents need to know as their kids return to in-person learning, how were helping make schools safer and the latest pediatricCOVID-19news.

Friday, August 20, 2021 at 2:00pm On this Community Conversation,Jason Kessler, MD,infectious disease specialist and section chief of Infectious Disease at Morristown Medical Center, shared what you need to know about the Delta variant, third doses of theCOVID-19 vaccinefor the immunocompromised and why its more important than ever to be vaccinated.

Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 12:30pmWith a particularly hot summer, its especially important to protect yourself from melanoma and other skin cancers. In this Community Conversation,Eric Whitman, MD,surgical oncologist, medical director of Atlantic Health SystemCancer Careand the director of the Atlantic Melanoma Center, discussed how to prevent skin cancer, symptoms you should be aware of and the exclusive groundbreaking treatment options and clinical trials available through Atlantic Health System.

Tuesday, July 22, 2021 at 12:30pm Atlantic Health System is now offering patients easier access to life-saving heart and liver transplants through a new partnership with the NYU Langone Transplant Institute. Linda Gillam, MD, MPH, FACC,cardiologist and chair of cardiovascular medicine for Atlantic Health System, andSharen Anghel, MD,internal medicine and chair of medicine, Overlook Medical Center, discussed how this program provides New Jersey residents access to world-class transplant care close to home.

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at 12:30pmDoes the COVID-19 vaccine cause infertility? Why is a gynecologist so important for a womans health as she ages? In our Community Conversation,Diana Contreras, MD,medical director of OB-GYN and Womens Health, Atlantic Health System, separated fact from fiction and shared how women can make the most of their relationship with their doctor.

Tuesday, June 8 at 1:00pmDoes your child have scoliosis? Would you even know what to look for? Watch our Community Conversation withJason Lowenstein, MD,medical director of Atlantic Health SystemsScoliosis and Spinal Deformity Center, to learn how its diagnosed and why early identification is key to treating spinal deformity.

Tuesday, May 25 at 12:30pm If you think brain tumors are too rare to affect you, think again. Currently, 700,000 people in the United States are living with one. Physicians from the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center explain the newest advancements in treatment options.

Tuesday, May 11 at 12:00pm People with atrial fibrillation (AFib) are five times more likely to have a stroke than the average person. In this Community Conversation, Atlantic Medical Group cardiologistsTimothy Mahoney, MD,andMichael Katz, MD,answered questions on managing AFib and reducing your risk of stroke.

Wednesday, April 28 at 12:30pm Approximately 4 million people in New Jersey have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. In this Community Conversation,Brian Gragnolati, our President and CEO, andSteven Sheris, MD,SVP, Physician Enterprise, Atlantic Health System, discussed New Jerseys new eligibility guidelines and Atlantic Health Systems ability to rapidly screen and identify multiple disease variants.

Thursday, April 15 at 12:30pm Preparing children for a healthy summer of activity starts now! PediatricianSarah Nielsen, MD,shared some must-see information on childhood health and safety, whether they are at home or at camp, including the latest news about COVID-19 and children.

Thursday, February 4 at 12:30pmEvery community has felt the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, but none more so than communities of color.Christina Johnson, PhD, MD, a family medicine physician and community health advocate, shared some of the ways communities of color have been disproportionally impacted by COVID-19 and what viewers need to know about the vaccine.

Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 1:00pmThe journey is underway to make sure every eligible person who wants to receive the vaccine can get it. Find out how Atlantic Health System is opening new doors for vaccine distribution and whats being done to increase capacity from Brian Gragnolati, President and CEO and Kevin Lenahan, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer.

Monday, December 14, 2020 at 12:00pm Brian Gragnolati, president and CEO, Atlantic Health System, shared what you need to know now about the COVID-19 vaccine and took a look at whats to come in the weeks and months ahead.

Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 1:30pm As Americans raised attention to the fight against lung cancer by taking part in the Great American Smokeout,Stanley Fiel, MD, Regional Chairman of Medicine, Atlantic Health System, shared why this years smoking cessation efforts are more important than ever.

Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 1:00pm The seasons of gratitude and giving can also come with some real dietary challenges.Elkin Nunez, MD,director ofEndocrinologyat Atlantic Health Systems Morristown Medical Center, shared some important tips to help those with diabetes make healthy holiday decisions.

Tuesday, October 27 at 12:30pmFor some individuals who have COVID-19, recovering from the virus can take weeks or months of battling various symptoms.Steven Sheris, MD, SVP, Physician Enterprise, Atlantic Health System, shared how theAtlantic COVID Recovery Centeris helping patients on their journey to recovery. #CaringTogether

Wednesday, October 7 at 12:30pm Join Atlantic Health System in asking the women in your life if they have had their annualmammogram. This life-saving screening is one of the most important things a woman can do to protect herself againstbreast cancer.

Atlantic Medical Group Breast Surgeon,Rebecca Yang, MD,Atlantic Breast Associates, and Lydia Nadeau, Executive Director,OncologyService Line, Atlantic Health System, discuss mammograms and how you can #AskHer!

Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 12:30pm Scott Lauter, MD, MBA, FACP, FHM, Chief Medical Officer, Atlantic Medical Group and Faith Goldman, MD, Atlantic Breast Associates - Branchburg shared some crucial information and answered questions about the screenings and examinations you should get now to protect your health and well being!.

Thursday, Aug. 27 at 12:00pm The school year is about to begin, but whats the latest when it comes to school sports? Damion Martins, MD, answered questions about what student-athletes and parents can expect this fall season.

Tuesday, Aug. 4 at 12:30pm Whether its in-person or virtually, children will be going back to school in the fall. So how can parents keep their kids safe, healthy and ready to learn? Tyree Winters, DO, a pediatrician with Atlantic Medical Group, discussed some important tips that will help make this school year an A+.

Thursday, July 23 at 12:00pm Young adults are the fastest growing group testing positive for COVID-19 in New Jersey. In our most recent Community Conversation,Doctor Mikeexamined what is driving this trend and what can be done to stop it.

Thursday, July 9 at 12:30pm Every day more and more crucial information about COVID-19 surfaces. So whats the most important guidance for you and your family?Jason Kessler, MD,discussed separating fact from fiction when it comes to theCOVID-19pandemic.

Tuesday, June 30 at 12:30pm Is your family ready to enjoy summer safely? In our last Community Conversation, Christopher Zipp, DO,chair of the Department of Family Medicine at Morristown Medical Center, shared some important tips on summer safety, and why, as we coexist with COVID-19 if you dont have a family doctor you should get one.

Wednesday, June 24 at 12:30pmAfter the last few months its understandable were itching to restart our old fitness routines or get back to the sports activity we love. But there are some importantguidelines to know before hitting the gym or the playing field.

During this Community Conversation,Damion Martins, MD, medical director of Sports Medicine for Atlantic Health System, team physician for New York Jets and a leading voice in the reopening of sports activities, andMatthew Martinez, MD, director of Atlantic Health System Sports Cardiology at Morristown Medical Center, will discuss the latest steps to begin organized sports across New Jersey for student athletes and some general fitness best practices for weekend warriors as they return to activity.

Thursday, June 18 at 12:30pm Peter Bolo, MD, chairman of Overlook Medical Centers Department of Psychiatry andBehavioral Healthand Atlantic Health System Resiliency Advocate, discussed the importance of maintaining your mental and behavioral health as we continue to coexist with COVID-19.

Thursday, June 11 at 12:30pm Nikki Sumpter, SVP and chief human resources officer at Atlantic Health System, discussed howyou can prepare to maximize your success as we return to work in thenew normal.

Tuesday, June 2 at 12:30pm Walter Rosenfeld, MD, Chair ofPediatricsat Goryeb Children's Hospital and medical director of Children's Health for Atlantic Health System, answered your questions in a Facebook Live about what parents need to know to keep kids healthy and safe this summer.

Tuesday, May 19 at 12:30pm Brian Gragnolati, President and CEO of Atlantic Health System, discussed how hospitals are seeing a light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel and delivering safe and accessible care to every patient.

Tuesday, May 2 at 12:30pm Steven Sheris, MD, SVP, Physician Enterprise with Atlantic Health System and President, Atlantic Medical Group, discussedabout how we're adapting to ensure public health and safety within Atlantic Medical Group practices.

Tuesday, April 28 at 12:30pm Atlantic Health System President and CEO Brian Gragnolatidiscussed the most important issues facing health care as we move beyond COVID-19, and how our system is keeping all patients safe.

Tuesday, April 21 at 12:30pm Jan Schwarz-Miller, MD, Chief Medical Officer, discussed how Atlantic Health System is continuingto care for its patients, protect its team members and plan for the future in the fight against coronavirus.

Tuesday, April 14 at 12:30pm Jason Kessler, MD, Section Chief of Infectious Disease at Morristown Medical Center, discussed Coronavirus (COVID-19), its source, how it spreads, and what you can do to flatten the curve.

Tuesday, April 7 at 12:30pm Atlantic Health System President and CEO Brian Gragnolatiprovided an inside look at how this global pandemic is impacting our communities. Find out what we are doing to secure the equipment, medications and therapies to care for every patient and the steps being taken to assure those on the front line are protected with proper PPE.

If you have a medical question about COVID-19, please contact Atlantic Health System's COVID-19 Community Support Lineor your primary care provider directly.If you are having a medical emergency, please call 911.

With changing work and school schedules, grandparents are assisting many families with childcare duties. Over the last two decades many new safety precautions and devices have been developed to keep children safe. Get the latest information on injury prevention. This presentation will highlight a few key safety precautions to be aware of on the road, at home and at play.