November 29, 2021

National Stomach Cancer Awareness Month November is a month known for the pleasure of eating and is the ideal month to raise awareness about gastric cancer. There is a great deal of focus on food, nourishment, and family during the holidays. It can be challenging for people dealing with stomach cancer, especially for those living without a stomach. Learn More

Upcoming Events

Rutgers COVID-19 Research Retreat December 2, 9am ET The Center for COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness (CCRP2) invites you to their inaugural research retreat, with keynote speaker Catherine Blish, MD, PhD, Professor of Medicine, Stanford University Medical Center.

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WOMEN SCIENTISTS WHO LEAD: A Panel Discussion Online Film Viewing - December 4-6th Discussion - December 8, 4pm ET Join a panel discussion inspired by the documentary film “Picture a Scientist.” The film showcases three women scientists and their journey deep into their own experiences of overcoming harassment, institutional discrimination, and years of subtle slights to revolutionize science’s culture. The discussion aims to generate dialogue on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and understanding environment throughout the RBHS community.

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What to Expect this Holiday Season Season 2, Episode 3 What will the holiday season look like? Guest Perry Halkitis, Dean of the School of Public Health, shares some good news and steps we can take to safely regain a sense of normality this year.

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Funding Opportunities

Community Innovation Microgrants Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have a tremendous impact on future violence victimization and perpetration, and lifelong health and opportunity. The New Jersey Department of Children and Families’ (DCF) Office of Resilience announces the availability of up to $3,000,000 in New Jersey State funding for the purpose of creating three Regional ACE Collaborative that shall assist DCF in the process of providing microgrants to serve communities in the work to reduce adverse childhood experiences in creative and innovative ways. Learn more here.

Community Resources

New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub: The State of New Jersey has put together a list of resources about the COVID-19 virus including testing sites, signs and symptoms, and FAQs about social services.  You can find community-based and local COVID-19 testing site locations and hours here. Middlesex County residents can register for a free COVID-19 test at sites throughout the county. Appointments required. The sites provide saliva-based test kits developed at Rutgers University. Visit New Jersey’s COVID-19 Vaccine Registration site to pre-register for the vaccine. New Jersey's Covid-19 Vaccine Appointment Call Center can be reached at 855-568-0545.

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