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		<title>Breast Cancer Awareness Month</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:22:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join SJFMC as we encourage women to get screened today! </p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month/">Breast Cancer Awareness Month</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Men&#8217;s Health Month 2025</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 18:49:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Take charge of your health and make an appointment with a SJFMC provider today.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/mens-health-month-2025/">Men&#8217;s Health Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/mens-health-month-2025/">Men&#8217;s Health Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Mental Health Awareness Month 2025</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 15:04:25 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Start your Wellness Journey Today! </p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/mental-health-awareness-month-2025/">Mental Health Awareness Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/mental-health-awareness-month-2025/">Mental Health Awareness Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>SJFMC Advocates for Your Health</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:24:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Find how to improve your health this Minority Health Month. </p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/national-minority-health-month-2025/">SJFMC Advocates for Your Health</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/national-minority-health-month-2025/">SJFMC Advocates for Your Health</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Colorectal Awareness Month 2025</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:14:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the U.S. among cancers that affect both men and women. But it doesn’t have to be as screening saves lives. Call SJFMC 609-567-0200 to make an appointment and get screened today!</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/colorectal-awareness-month-2025/">Colorectal Awareness Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/colorectal-awareness-month-2025/">Colorectal Awareness Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2025</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 19:39:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>CDC estimates 11,500 new cases and 4,000 deaths annually from this preventable disease. Let's spread this information..</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/cervical-cancer-awareness-month-2025/">Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/cervical-cancer-awareness-month-2025/">Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>National Blood Donor Month 2025</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>January has been designated as National Blood Donor Month to encourage people to give or pledge to give blood at least two or more times a year. Blood is typically in short supply during the winter months...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/national-blood-donor-month-2025/">National Blood Donor Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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<p>January has been designated as National Blood Donor Month to encourage people to give or pledge to give blood at least two or more times a year. Blood is typically in short supply during the winter months—especially January—due to the holidays, travel schedules, inclement weather, and illness. A reduction in donor turnout can cause blood shortages around the country. <br><br>For more information visit: https://www.redcross.org/local/illinois/about-us/news-and-events/red-cross&#8211;help-prevent-blood-shortages-in-2025-by-giving-blood-.html</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/national-blood-donor-month-2025/">National Blood Donor Month 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Get Your Flu Shot Today</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 16:04:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>As flu season begins amid the ongoing pandemic, public health officials urge everyone to get a flu shot.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/get-your-flu-shot-today-2025/">Get Your Flu Shot Today</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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As the US heads into influenza season with the novel coronavirus pandemic still present, public health authorities stress that it’s more important than ever for people to get their flu shot. Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exceptions. Vaccination is particularly important for people who are at high risk of serious <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/symptoms.htm" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/symptoms.htm&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1601054229311000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFPO7vqliUu0KzLxta1YpeyGb4Owg">complications from influenza</a>. <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/flu/highrisk/index.htm" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.cdc.gov/flu/highrisk/index.htm&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1601054229311000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEsBEa98FZbsXKVBh6LUyvx2pz3Mw">People at High Risk of Developing Flu-Related Complications</a> has a full list of age and health factors that confer increased risk.
<p style="margin-top: 15px;">Flu vaccination has important benefits. It can reduce flu illnesses, doctors’ visits, and missed work and school due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related hospitalizations and deaths.</p>
<p style="margin-top: 15px;">Call 1-800-486-0131 to make your SJFMC appointment and get your flu shot today.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/get-your-flu-shot-today-2025/">Get Your Flu Shot Today</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Open Enrollment for 2025 coverage is here!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 16:45:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Find quality, affordable health insurance now. Open Enrollment is in effect until January 31, 2025. Compare health and dental plans now and see if you qualify for savings.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/open-enrollment-for-2025-coverage-is-here/">Open Enrollment for 2025 coverage is here!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Open Enrollment is in effect until January 31, 2025. Compare health and dental plans now and see if you qualify for savings. Choose a plan by December 31<sup>st</sup> for coverage beginning January 1<sup>st</sup>.</p>
<p>Meet with a trained SJFMC Health Insurance Navigator and receive free help to find a health insurance plan right for you and your family. To make an appointment to get covered, call us at 609-481-3100 or visit <a href="http://www.getcovered.nj.gov/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.getcovered.nj.gov/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1730910647311000&amp;usg=AOvVaw33C5As09v1vFvszrk1NU2Q">www.getcovered.nj.gov</a>.</p>
<p>For more information <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/insurance-enrollment/">click here</a>.</p>


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		<title>Improve Your Health During Diabetes Awareness Month</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:41:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Don’t miss our empowering events and arm yourself with the tools needed to live a healthly life. </p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org/improve-your-health-during-diabetes-awareness-month/">Improve Your Health During Diabetes Awareness Month</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sjfmc.org">Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers</a>.</p>
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