Recent Posts in Athlete Screenings

Jan 26, 2026 - In Athlete Screenings Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset to Host Free Cardiac Screenings for Young Athletes

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, will host its annual Cardiac Athletic Screening on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., in the hospital’s Cardiac Diagnostic Testing Department, ...

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Oct 18, 2024 - In Athlete Screenings Preventing and Managing Concussions This Fall

Jason Krystofiak, MD As football season kicks into high gear, head injuries and concussions are once again at the forefront. Whether someone’s a professional athlete, enjoys playing recreational sports, or just likes staying active, knowing how to ...

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Jul 25, 2024 - In Athlete Screenings Free Cardiac and Concussion Screenings for Young Athletes in West Orange, NJ

Provided by Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center at RWJBarnabas Health The Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center for Athletes (Morahan Center) at RWJBarnabas Health will provide free cardiac and concussion baseline screenings to young ...

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Jun 26, 2024 - In Athlete Screenings The Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center for Athletes at RWJBarnabas Health Recognized by the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey

The Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center for Athletes (Morahan Center) at RWJBarnabas Health was selected by the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey (BIANJ) Board of Trustees to receive the James and Sarah Brady Award. This award is presented to ...

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Jan 16, 2024 - In Athlete Screenings Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset Celebrates Heart Month throughout February with Multiple Community Events

SOMERVILLE, NJ (January 8, 2024) – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, will recognize Heart Month this February with several in-person events and health screenings scheduled throughout the month. Go RED ...

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Aug 21, 2023 - In Athlete Screenings Ask the Doctor September 2023

What are the benefits of an annual physical for children? While back-to-school is a time to shop for school supplies and the latest fashions, it is also the perfect time to check in on your child’s health with a physical exam. Parents can ease the big ...

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Jun 5, 2023 - In Athlete Screenings Providing a Heads-Up on Concussions

What Everyone Needs to Know About These Common Traumatic Brain Injuries Concussions can happen anytime and anywhere. They become especially concerning in autumn when school sports programs increase the potential for blows to the head, says Kyrsten ...

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Jun 5, 2023 - In Athlete Screenings Watch Your Head!

Comprehensive concussion screening for young people is now available in Hudson County. Nearly 7 percent of children under age 17 have had symptoms of concussion in their lifetime, according to a recent national survey. Left untreated, a concussion can lead ...

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Mar 24, 2023 - In Athlete Screenings Free Cardiac and Concussion Screenings for Young Athletes Provided through the Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center at RWJBarnabas Health

Jersey City, NJ, March 24, 2023 — The Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center for Athletes (Morahan Center) at RWJBarnabas Health will provide free cardiac and concussion baseline screenings to young athletes on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 8:00 ...

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