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Dr. Minal Vazirani of Integrative Health & Wellness Associates

Our very own Somerset County gem—an integrative medicine physician extraordinaire, Dr. Minal Vazirani, MD, DABP, DABIM, DABOIM, has been busy being bestowed with statewide and national accolades, and shows no signs of stopping anytime soon!

After transitioning from a position as medical director of the Siegler Center for Integrative Medicine at Barnabas Health last year, Dr. V, as she is fondly called, launched a thriving boutique integrative, ayurvedic and functional medicine private practice in Somerset County. Additionally, she continues her private practice at Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center.

Since then, Dr. V’s speaking calendar has been full of both community outreach speaking engagements as well as being a keynote lecture at the NJ Health and Wellness Expo. Most recently, Dr. V was selected as a New Jersey’s Favorite Kid’s Doc in the Functional Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics categories. Dr. V is also one of the only physicians in the entire state of New Jersey to be a Triple Board Certified Diplomate in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Integrative Medicine.

Congratulations to you, Dr. V! From all of us at Natural Awakenings, we wish you all the best at your newest location in Warren.

Location: Integrative Health and Wellness Associates, 122 Town Center Drive, Warren and 200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 107, Livingston. For more information, visit Facebook.com/DrVazirani.

 

 

The Tick Tackler Tutor: Three Impactful Tick Remediation Strategies for the Homeowner

By Jennifer Meisenbacher

Did you know most tick bites occur in and around the home—and that ticks spend more than 95% of their life off a host?

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The Tick Tackler Tutor introduces three impactful strategies designed to identify high-risk areas and minimize exposure. These methods are versatile and adaptable—whether you’re a homeowner, pet owner, beekeeper, or managing a larger property such as a doggy daycare or horse farm.

Inside, readers will discover how education leads to confidence, how small changes can yield visible results, and how breaking tick control into manageable steps restores a sense of control. The book simplifies complex concepts into three core strategies, guiding readers in creating a personalized plan to reduce tick activity effectively.

For those eager to reclaim their yards but unsure where to begin, this guide delivers clear, actionable solutions. Transform your outdoor environment into a safer, more enjoyable space for family, pets, and everyday living.

Available now on Amazon.

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