One phone call brings help to New Jerseyans in need. Next step: Pay for treatment centers as emergency room alternative

All departmental nominees must be confirmed by the Senate, a process likely to take several months

Interview: Sarah Adelman, commissioner, Department of Human Services

The plan is for a single, integrated license that would deliver a holistic mix of primary care and behavioral services

Program looks to aid those with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health disorders

That’s the hope of lawmakers who are pushing for NJ to join an interstate licensing agreement

Expanded care will reduce pain for patients suffering advanced illnesses while trimming costs borne by the state

Many find it difficult to take care of their own health while caring for a chronically sick family member

Providers urge revamp of process they say stigmatizes mental health, addiction diagnoses

Feds gives NJ, other states, one year post pandemic to review, but some enrollees lose out because paperwork too difficult

Advocates pressed Murphy to consider a more patient-centered approach

Delaware-based children’s specialty hospital is one of few options for children with complex disabilities

Legislation would allow firefighters and family members to receive confidential psychiatric services

State looks to bring overdose antidotes and other key tools to groups closest to those who need them

Revised legislation addresses driver courtesy, vehicle reliability, patient safety and pickup schedules

Lawmakers would create special fund, advisory council to oversee funds for treatment