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Swift Response from Hackensack Fire Department Contains Car Fire at Hackensack University Medical Center

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Hackensack NJ, on November 8th, the City of Hackensack Fire Department’s 1st Platoon responded to a vehicle fire in the parking garage of Hackensack University Medical Center. The incident involved an engine compartment fire that was quickly contained thanks to the coordinated efforts of HUMC Security and 1st Platoon firefighters.

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PATERSON MAN RECEIVES LIFE SAVING SCREENING AT FREE HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH EVENT

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Hackensack NJ, when 64 year old Jerome Simmons came across an ad on social media for Hackensack Meridian Health’s Annual Men’s Health Event, he almost ignored it. But something in his gut told him to stop scrolling and read more. A health event for men? Including a free screening for prostate cancer which ran in his family? He knew it would be silly not to take advantage of this. This decision would change – and quite possibly save – the life of this NJ husband, father of 5 sons and grandfather to 10.

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Early Morning Crash on Route 80 in Hackensack

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In the early hours of this morning, at approximately 3:30 AM, first platoon firefighters from the City of Hackensack were dispatched to Route 80 in response to a serious motor vehicle crash. The incident involved a passenger vehicle that had rear-ended a truck, resulting in the vehicle operator being pinned inside.

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Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department Responds to Major Accident on Route 46

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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department was dispatched to the area of Route 46 over Route 17 following a report of a motor vehicle accident with possible entrapment. Chiefs 60, 61, and 62, along with The Squad and Engine 2, responded to the scene.

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PSE&G Called in After Car Takes Our Utility Pole in Fair Lawn

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Fair Lawn NJ, PSE&G’s Electric Division was summoned to the scene of a Sunday morning, 04/28, single vehicle crash on Maple Avenue in Fair Lawn involving a utility pole. The driver of a 4-door Acura Sedan was transported by a Fair Lawn EMS ambulance to Hackensack University Center’s main campus shortly after the collision occurred. The victim’s injuries were reported to be non-life-threatening in nature. Fair Lawn Police conducted the crash investigation. The wrecked Acura was removed from the scene by a tow truck.

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Can “Forever Chemicals” Be Filtered From Water?

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Clinical Contributors to this story:
Kyle Tafuri HUMC

Ridgewood NJ, pouring yourself a glass of tap water may seem like a refreshing choice, but appearances can be deceiving. With growing concerns about “forever chemicals” lurking in drinking water, it’s natural to question its safety. So, what exactly are you exposing yourself to with each sip?

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Hackensack University Medical Center Structural Heart ‘Dream Team’ Advancing Minimally Invasive Valve Care

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photo: Sung-Han Yoon, M.D.; Ryan K. Kaple, M.D., and Craig Basman, M.D.

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Hackensack NJ, when patients need structural heart care for a valve condition, they need a team they can trust to deliver the effective minimally invasive care. With the addition of three structural heart experts and a track record of innovation, quality and experience, the structural heart team at Hackensack University Medical Center can deliver outcomes that exceed national standards while providing an outstanding patient experience.

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Hackensack University Medical Center Highest Number of Emergency Room Visits in the State

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Hackensack NJ, according to data compiled by Becker’s, Hackensack University Medical Center with 133,190 visits recorded the highest volume of emergency department visits in 2022 among individual facilities in the State of New Jersey and ranked 10th in the country . St. Joseph’s University Medical Center (Paterson, N.J.) had 112,690 visits came in second in the state and the 23rd highest volume emergency room in the country and Morristown Medical Center was the third busiest in the state with 103,674 visits and 35 busiest in the country.

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Hackensack Meridian Health Says Derogatory Middle East Conflict Posts on Instagram was “Unauthorized”

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Hackensack NJ, Spending excessive time with your phone in hand, eyes constantly fixed on the screen, might be an indication of overindulgence in your social media feeds. While many believe that maintaining connections with friends through social media can have positive effects, the reality is that prolonged use of these platforms may elevate the risk of depression and anxiety.

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Pedestrian Struck by SUV in the parking lot of the Paramus ShopRite Rushed to Hackensack University Medical Center

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Paramus NJ, a pedestrian was gravely injured when she was struck by a black colored SUV in the parking lot of ShopRite, 224 East Route 4 in Paramus shortly after 1 PM on Labor Day, Monday, 09/04. The victim was rushed by ambulance to Hackensack University Medical Center’s (HUMC) main campus. A paramedic team from HUMC was onboard the ambulance, and a Paramus Police Emergency Services Unit vehicle also assisted in the transport. Detectives from Paramus Police immediately began an investigation into the occurrence.

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Maywood Intersection Accident Leaves one Victim Trapped in Vehicle , then Rushed to HUMC

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Maywood NJ, on Monday at approximately 11:50am City of Hackensack Deputy 2 and Rescue 1 responded with mutual aid to Maywood at the intersection of Maywood Ave and Howcroft Road on reported motor vehicle accident with entrapment. Upon arrival they found two car motor vehicle accident with one vehicle operator entrapped and injured. Maywood Fire Company Engine stretched and charged a hose-line as Rescue 1 used Holmatro cutter and spreader to remove drivers side door. HUMC BLS stabilized the patient and Rescue 1 assisted with removing the driver from the vehicle and packaging the patient for transport to HUMC.

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City of Hackensack Fire Department Deals with Multiply Accidents Eastbound and Westbound on the Hackensack River Bridge at the Same Time

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Hackensack NJ, at 4:00pm Thursday May 11th the City of Hackensack Fire Department Engine 1, Engine 2, Rescue 1 and Deputy 3 were dispatched to Route 80 Eastbound on the Hackensack River bridge for a reported motorcyclist down.

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Two Car Collison at the Intersection of Essex Street and State Street in Hackensack Sends Occupants to Hackensack University Medical Center

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Hackensack NJ, at approximately 2:25pm City of Hackensack Fire Department Engine 4, Rescue 1 and Deputy 1 responded to the intersection of Essex Street and State Street on reported motor vehicle accident with entrapment. On arrival they found a two car motor vehicle accident with two people still in one vehicle. Rescue 1 began setting up extrication equipment and Engine 4 stretched a precautionary hand line. Both occupants inside the vehicle were able to self evacuate. The occupants were transported to HUMC with non life threatening injuries. Rescue 1 and Engine 4 remained on scene and applied absorbent to minor fluid spill. On duty city tow removed both vehicles. This intersection has been the scene of a series of mishaps over the years with residents saying there needs to be a left turn light Essex Street and State Street.

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Rollover Crash in Rochelle Park Sends Victim to Hackensack University Medical Center

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Rochelle Park NJ, Rochelle Park Fire Department and Maywood Fire Department required the use of hydraulic extrication tools to free an individual who was entrapped inside of a Mazda SUV that had flipped on its side after hitting a tree in the 300 block of West Passaic Street, Rochelle Park on Tuesday morning, 07/19. BLS and ALS personnel from Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC) aided the victim on scene before ambulance transport to HUMC’s main campus. Rochelle Park Police provided traffic control at the scene and investigated the single vehicle crash. The heavily damaged vehicle was righted by a hydraulic lift tow truck prior to its removal from the scene by a flatbed tow truck.

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Fire Quickly Subdued on Rooftop of Hackensack University Medical Center

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Hackensack NJ, City of Hackensack Fire Companies responded to HUMC at 62 2nd Street for fire on the roof. The Fire involved a generator smoke stack with combustible materials at the roof line burning around the stack. Fire was brought under control in 30 minutes with no reported injuries. Companies from Englewood and Teaneck assisted on the scene. Fire is being investigated by Hackensack fire prevention.

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