Just Believe Inc First Annual 5K Run And 1K Run

TOMS RIVER – Become a race sponsor and lace up those sneakers for a great cause to raise funds for Just Believe Inc first Transitional home called Larry’s’ Home which will help veterans transition back into society.

The event will take place at Winding River Park, 147 Oak Ridge Parkway, Toms River, on May 13 at 8 a.m. Call Linda for Registration and sponsorship information at 732-569-0643.

A Little Extra Protection

Our bodies are created with many different means of protecting our eyes from everyday harm. Lenses, eyelids, lashes, and tears are all very efficient at their jobs. However, those who spend a great deal of time in environments with large amounts of intense sunlight, sand, dust, and wind may find their bodies taking more extreme measures to keep their sight safe. Pterygia are growths, often triangular in shape, that originate when eyes require more protection. In most cases, growths can be stopped by limiting eyes’ exposure to irritants. Generally, pterygia are not dangerous, but in rare cases they can continue to grow across the eye, blocking sight or alter the shape of the cornea.

For minor cases, treatment usually involves eye drops or ointment to treat inflammation. Thick or larger pterygium can make it feel like you have a foreign object in your eye. You may not be able to continue wearing contacts when you have a pterygium due to discomfort. To schedule an eye exam, please call SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622. We offer evening hours most nights of the week.

P.S. Those who are more likely to develop pterygia, such as surfers, farmers, and welders, can reduce their risk by consistently wearing proper eye protection.

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TOMS RIVER (732) 349-5622

BARNEGAT (609) 698-2020 www.oceancountyeye.com

BRICK (732) 477-6981

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Veolia Commemorates Wear Red Day In Honor Of Heart Health Month

TOMS RIVER – Veolia recognized American Heart Association’s National Wear Red Day on February 3, welcoming RWJ Barnabas/Community Hospital’s Anemona Anghel-Filip, MD who spoke to the company’s office staff and field crews about important aspects of lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. Accompanying Dr. Anghel to Veolia were internal medicine resident doctors Song Peng Ang, MD and Amanda Chajkowski, MD who completed blood pressure and EKG screenings for Veolia employees. Assisting Veolia in organizing the event were Kristine Field, Director of Community Outreach and Laura Cino, Director Cardiology

Consultants.

While National Wear Red Day is commemorated on the first Friday in February, the American Heart Association designates the entire month of February as heart month in an effort to raise awareness about heart disease and how to prevent it.

Anemona Anghel-Filip, MD concentrates in preventive cardiology, heart failure and cardio-oncology. She graduated from Sackler School of Medicine Tel Aviv University, The American Branch, New York, NY and has board certifications in cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, endovascular and vascular medicine.