1. Bergen Student Honored by HACU
PARAMUS, N.J. – Bergen Community College student Salome Jimenez has received the $5,000 Health Care Scholars United Scholarship from the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).
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2. The Valley Hospital Performs First Right Anterior Mini-Thoracotomy (RAM-T) Procedure
PARAMUS, NJ, October 30, 2025 – The Valley Hospital has successfully performed its first right anterior mini-thoracotomy (RAM-T) procedure, a minimally invasive surgical approach to aortic valve repair and replacement. The procedure was performed by Habib Jabagi, MD, Director of the Aortic Aneurysm Program at The Valley Hospital.
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3. Valley Health System Offers Invasive Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing to Patients With Unexplained Shortness of Breath
PARAMUS, NJ, October 6, 2025 – Valley Health System’s pulmonary arterial hypertension and interventional cardiology teams are proud to offer invasive cardiopulmonary exercise testing (iCPET) to patients who are experiencing unexplained shortness of breath during exercise.
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4. Foundation Awards Scholarships to 237 Students
PARAMUS, N.J. – Last month, the Bergen Community College Foundation awarded $187,750 in scholarships to 237 students for the upcoming fall semester. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization recognized the scholarship awardees during an afternoon ceremony at the College on May 1.
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5. Healthy Bergen Announces New Coordinator and Task Force Co-Chairs
Hackensack, N.J. (June 11, 2025) – Healthy Bergen, powered by the Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP), proudly introduces Lisa Pinto, MPH, CHES, of the Bergen County Department of Health Services, as the new Healthy Bergen Coordinator.
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6. Teaneck’s Karsen Griffin Awarded Sharing Network Foundation Health Sciences Scholarship
Teaneck’s Karsen Griffin Awarded Sharing Network Foundation Health Sciences Scholarship
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7. Student Secures NJ Sharing Network Scholarship
PARAMUS, N.J. – Bergen Community College respiratory therapy student Karsen Griffin has earned one of six $1,000 health science scholarships from the NJ Sharing Network Foundation recognizing students dedicated to careers that support organ and tissue donation and transplantation.
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8. The Valley Hospital Recognized for Best Practices in Respiratory Care for the Fifth Consecutive Term
PARAMUS, NJ, December 17, 2024 –The Valley Hospital has been recognized with the 2025-2026 American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Apex Recognition Award for its continued best practices and promotion of patient safety in respiratory care.
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9. Sharing Network Foundation Awards Health Sciences Scholarships to College Students
Scholarship Aims to Empower Future Healthcare Leaders Committed to Organ and Tissue Donation NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Sharing Network Foundation is proud to announce the honorees of its inaugural Health Sciences Scholarships, awarded to six exceptional college students from New Jersey who are dedicated to careers that support ...
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10. Tedesco Statement on Governor Hochul’s Decision to Reinstate Congestion Pricing
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM BERGEN COUNTY EXECUTIVE JIM TEDESCO HACKENSACK, NJ – Statement from Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco on Governor Hochul’s Decision to Reinstate Congestion Pricing:
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11. Longevity Veterinary Center Extends Hours to Midnight for Emergency Pet Care
Whippany, NJ. – Longevity Veterinary Center, NJ’s premier integrative veterinary center, is pleased to announce extended hours for emergency pet care services. Effective immediately, the veterinary center will remain open until midnight every night to ensure pets receive timely attention and treatment during urgent and emergency situations.
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12. Valley Welcomes New Medical Director of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, January 24, 2024 – Valley Health System, in partnership with Mount Sinai Children’s Hospital, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lewis Kass, MD, as Medical Director of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine for Valley Medical Group.
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13. Three Tips for for Keeping Lungs Healthier in 2024
TRENTON (December 28, 2023) –  As we end the holiday season and look to the start of the New Year, it’s a good time to consider resolutions that can help keep you and your family healthier.  The American Lung Association provides these tips for lung health:
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14. Valley Welcomes Chair of Medical Specialties for Valley Medical Group
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, November 8, 2023 — Valley Health System is pleased to welcome Joseph Mathew, MD, FACP, FCCP, CPE, as Chair of Medical Specialties for Valley Medical Group.
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15. FLU SHOTS AND NEW RESPIRATORY VACCCINE (RSV) AVAILABLE AT NEW JERSEY STOP & SHOP PHARMACIES
Immunizations Available for Adults and Children Aged Five-or-Older. Other Immunizations May Be Administered Alongside Flu Vaccine Schedule Appointments Online or Walk-in to Receive Immunizations
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16. OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM BERGEN COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER HANSEL ASMAR
HACKENSACK, N.J. – Bergen County Health Officer Hansel Asmar releases the following statement on regarding current air quality conditions in Bergen County:
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17. NJBIZ Recognizes Valley Physician as Healthcare Hero Physician of the Year
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, May 15, 2023 – Steven Jacoby, MD, Medical Director of Critical Care for The Valley Hospital and Medical Director of Respiratory Health and Pulmonary Medicine for Valley Medical Group, has been named a Healthcare Hero and a Physician of the Year by NJBIZ, a statewide business publication.  
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18. Valley Recognized for Best Practices in Respiratory Care
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, March 20, 2023 – The Valley Hospital has been recognized with the 2023-2024 American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Apex Recognition Award for its continued best practices and promotion of patient safety in respiratory care.  
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