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Sep 19, 2024 RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery Launches its Second Emergency Department Alternatives to Opioids Program Institute for Prevention and Recovery

Newark, NJ, September 18, 2024, Treating painful, chronic medical conditions requires a comprehensive approach to pain management. The RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH) Institute for Prevention and Recovery (IFPR) is excited to announce its Emergency Department ...

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Jul 25, 2024 Mercer County Patients Can Now Access 24/7 Peer Recovery Support at RWJUH Hamilton Institute for Prevention and Recovery

Back Row: Paris Branda, MSW, LCADC, Assistant Director, RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery; Kate Beam, Manager, RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery; Michael Litterer, MPA, FHELA, CHES, CPS, Vice President, ...

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Jul 16, 2024 Stigma-Free Support for Moms Institute for Prevention and Recovery

A new program helps pregnant women with substance use disorders get the care they need. It’s a common scenario: A woman is pregnant but also has a substance use disorder that makes it difficult for her to quit using alcohol, tobacco, marijuana or other ...

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Jun 5, 2024 RWJBarnabas Health Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leaders and Employees Join the Jersey PRIDE Parade and Festival Institute for Prevention and Recovery

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion leaders from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, Monmouth Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center – Southern Campus, Community Medical Center, The ...

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Jun 3, 2024 RWJBarnabas Health Celebrates Pride Month Throughout New Jersey Institute for Prevention and Recovery

RWJBarnabas Health recognizes the unique needs of the LGBTQ+ community. We take pride in being New Jersey’s leader in providing comprehensive services and care for LGBTQ+individuals. The system leads the way in New Jersey in providing healthcare services ...

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May 23, 2024 Pathways to Recovery: Harm Reduction Institute for Prevention and Recovery

Substance use disorder is a complex medical condition. For many, harm reduction strategies are often a first step in their recovery journey. Dr. Alexis LaPietra, Medical Director, RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery, and System ...

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May 22, 2024 Mental Health Awareness Training Teaches Ocean County Adults and Students How to Identify and Respond to Youth Mental Health Challenges Institute for Prevention and Recovery

Eatontown, NJ. May 22, 2024 – Young people across the nation continue to face a mental health crisis. The RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery (IFPR) has responded to this growing issue through its Mental Health Awareness Training ...

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Mar 26, 2024 Debunking Common Misconceptions when it comes to Alcohol and Your Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery

During Alcohol Awareness Month, Alexis LaPietra, DO, FACEP, Medical Director, RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery, and Director, Addiction Medicine RWJBarnabas Health, debunks some common misconceptions when it comes to alcohol and ...

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Feb 21, 2024 RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery Brings Youth Mental Health First Aid Training to Toms River Regional School District Institute for Prevention and Recovery

Ocean County, N.J. (February 21, 2024) – Youth in our community are experiencing rising challenges to their mental health, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. To address this growing mental health crisis in our community, the RWJBarnabas Health ...

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