RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- A physician at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood is taking questions from parents via Facebook through Friday, Nov. 18, about anxiety and stress in children.Kai-Ping Wang, M.D., Medical Director of Pediatric Psychiatry, Valley Medical Group, will lead the Q&A on anxiety in young children, tweens and teens.While some amount of anxiety is normal and can even be ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Daylight saving time ends at 2:00 a.m. this Sunday, which means setting our clocks back an hour and — for many of us — enjoying an extra hour of sleep. Thanks to that extra hour, "falling back" isn't as disruptive to our bodies as "springing forward." Daylight saving time originated as an attempt to save energy during World War I. Contrary ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Getting the kids ready to go back to school often involves shopping for supplies and clothes and attempting to establish a normal sleep routine. However, another key part of ensuring that children are prepared to tackle the new school year is sending them to school with a healthy lunch. Fortunately, getting an 'A' in flavor and nutrition is easier than most think.Dr. ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States and according to the American Heart Association, a heart attack strikes every 43 seconds. Although the statistics are worrisome, knowing a person's risk for a heart attack as well as the signs and symptoms of one can head off potential episodes.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -- or CDC -- ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- While October is a month known for pumpkin picking, hayrides and beautiful fall foliage, it's also synonymous with breast cancer awareness. However, by performing regular breast self-exams throughout the year instead of in October only, cancer can be identified and treated with a greater success rate.The first step to properly performing a breast self-exam is for you ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Is your child getting enough sleep? According to the National Sleep Foundation, the answer in most cases is no. Although the recommended amount varies by age, children in school should generally be sleeping for a minimum of 8 hours a night, and can even benefit from up to 10, according to experts."Sleep disorders and general sleep problems can start young," ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Valley Hospital has received a full, four-year accreditation from the American Society for Radiation Oncology’s (ASTRO) Accreditation Program for Excellence APEx).Valley’s cancer program holds the distinction of being the only one in New Jersey, and one of seven in the country, to receive this accreditation.“We are pleased to receive APEx accreditation from ASTRO, ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- For the third consecutive year, The Valley Hospital has earned the Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Breast Centers, thanks to its exceptional patient care and treatment. “We are proud to be recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals for breast care,” said Audrey Meyers, President and CEO of The Valley Hospital and Valley Health System. “It’s a ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Valley Hospital is holding its third annual Teddy Bear Clinic on Saturday, Oct. 15 to help children and adolescents better understand and associate with the hospital. Valley doctors, nurses and staff will play with children and their families using real and pretend medical equipment. Children between ages two and 10 and their teddy bears will visit medical play ...

RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Valley Hospital’s bariatric weight-loss surgery program has received full accreditation as a Comprehensive Center under the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program. To qualify for the three-year accreditation, metabolic and bariatric surgery programs are required to meet an array of program standards including providing ...