Jefferson Health - New Jersey

Did you know colon cancer is highly preventable with routine screening? Colorectal surgeon Dr. Thaer Obaid breaks down what you need to know about prevention and early detection. Learn more about our approach to colon cancer care: bit.ly/4scKRwd

Happy Certified Nurses Day to our incredible nursing colleagues. Thank you for your constant support and dedication to patient care!

Spring is almost here 🌷 In this Primary Care Pointer, Dr. Candra Dodd-Jenkins shares simple tips to boost wellness — from daily movement to sunlight and balanced nutrition. Make an appointment today: bit.ly/3NAesR0

Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital is helping local students explore future careers! A recent 70and73.com story highlights how the hospital's partnership with Cherry Hill High School West gives students a firsthand look at hospital careers: bit.ly/3PzGfSc

Our clinicians joined the community at the @foodbankSJ to raise awareness about colon cancer. The interactive "Strollin' Colon" helped visitors understand the importance of prevention and early detection. Schedule your screening today: JeffersonHealth.org/ColonScreening @KimmelCancerCtr

"A little care for those who care!" This month's Thankful Thursday gave our team members a pocket-size brush and mirror set — a simple reminder that the care they provide every day makes a difference for our patients and community.

Our colleagues recently joined a Health and Wellness Fair at First Methodist Church, connecting with the community through screenings and wellness education. Our Internal Medicine residents presented on healthy habits and obesity risks, sharing practical prevention strategies.

Front-line ideas driving real change. Through the Jefferson Health Foundation – New Jersey Giving Tank, colleagues recently pitched solutions they see every day. This year, four projects were selected, including heart failure home kits and expanded fall prevention tools.

More than 400 guests joined the Jefferson Health Foundation – New Jersey Gala, raising nearly $500K to support programs that enhance patient care and support colleagues across South Jersey. Tamara LaCouture, MD, received the 2026 Healthcare Hero Award.

A Valentine's candy gram fundraiser among colleagues at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital grew into something bigger. Colleagues used the proceeds to purchase supplies and assemble 500 sandwiches, along with nine cases of water, for Cathedral Kitchen.

Dr. Kevin Furlong is featured in the March issue of SJ Magazine, sharing guidance on food, supplements and making informed nutrition choices. The takeaway: More isn't always better — individualized care matters. Read more: bit.ly/4b8siCb

Proud to support the Mayor’s Wellness Walk at Cherry Hill Mall during Heart Month as part of Mayor Dave Fleisher’s Wellness Campaign ❤️ Our teams provided blood pressure screenings and heart-healthy tips to help keep the community strong. Learn more:bit.ly/4r3ne88

Heart Month is all about protecting your heart. ❤️ Learn how cardiology and interventional radiology work together to treat advanced hypertension, as explained by Dr. Mark Edelstein. Learn more: bit.ly/4cah2Hw

Community members came together at Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital for this month's Senior Dinner Club, which featured a discussion on heart health alongside an affordable early dinner. Learn more: bit.ly/4qLWcBL

All Jefferson Health hospital locations, including ERs, remain open. However, due to inclement weather, some outpatient and urgent care sites are operating on a modified schedule on 2/22 & 2/23. For non-emergent medical needs, visit jeffersonhealth.org for more info.

Jefferson Health team members recently visited Gloucester Middle School in Gloucester City for Career Day, speaking with more than 400 students about the many paths available in health care — both inside the hospital and out in the community.

Congratulations to breast cancer patient Maureen Connor who gathered with friends, family and her Jefferson care team to ring our Bell of Hope to celebrate the end of her chemo therapy at the Sidney @KimmelCancerCtr - Cherry Hill! Learn more: bit.ly/4bjStUn

Congratulations to Jenny Breunig, MHA, FACHE, Vice President, Operations at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital for being featured in @SouthJerseyBiz's Women to Watch round-up: bit.ly/4qB0xYt

Congratulations to Christianna McFadden, BSN, RN, (Jefferson Stratford Hospital ICU) and Jasmine Nop, BSN, RN, (Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital Emergency Department) for being nominated for the national "Nurse Resident of the Year" honor!

Thank you, Washington Township! Jefferson Health was honored to receive multiple 2025 "Best of Washington Township" awards from the Greater Washington Township Chamber of Commerce, based on thousands of votes from the community. Read more: bit.ly/4qnzgbL