Friday, September 28, 2007

New Health Center Opens in New Brunswick

Middlesex County opened a public health clinic in New Brunswick yesterday. It consolidates many services under one roof and people without health insurance (estimates over 1.2 Million in New Jersey) may seek health care. The Center offers space to treat tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases, as well as provide childhood immuniza tions, flu shots and education on cancer.

At least 100 people a week are expected to use the new center. There is a bright and spacious waiting room and each of the different clinics operates in well- equipped rooms said the star Ledger. The Director of Nursing, Debbie Gash said the location is one of the center's biggest advantages. The free Hub City Trolley services the center and the Middlesex County Area Transit Jersey Avenue Shuttle also stops at the clinic. The shuttle charges $1 for the general public and 50 cents for seniors and people with disabilities.

More healthcare for the poor can only be a good thing. Good job Middlesex County.

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