News from NYU Langone Health
Tennis Pro Gaby Dabrowski Says Doctor Dismissed Symptom That Turned Out To Be Breast Cancer. (New York Post)
New York Post (3/27) Canadian tennis player Gaby Dabrowski has been diagnosed with breast cancer, undergoing several surgeries and radiation treatments, with Elizabeth Comen, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, emphasizing the importance of self-breast exams during less tender periods post-menstruation for better awareness of normal breast tissue.
Why Food Chemicals Are A Problem – And How To Reduce Your Exposure. (TIME)
TIME (3/27) US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary have raised concerns about chemicals in the food supply, with Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, and professor, Department of Population Health, asserting that synthetic chemicals in food contribute to chronic disease, and emphasizing the need for systemic changes in chemical regulation; Dr. Trasande highlighted the endocrine-disrupting effects of chemicals like BHA, BHT, and titanium dioxide, and urged consumers to reduce exposure by choosing whole foods over processed ones, as well as transferring food from plastic packaging to glass or stainless steel containers.
Building Trust In AI In Healthcare: The Critical Role Of Responsible Adoption. (Forbes)
Forbes (3/27) AI is transforming healthcare by enabling predictive analytics, such as the program developed at NYU Langone Health, which forecasts patient readmission risks, thus allowing for proactive measures and cost reduction.
Nonfatal Fentanyl Exposures Increase Nearly 1,200% Among Youth. (Healio)
Healio (3/27) Nonfatal fentanyl exposures among children and adolescents surged by nearly 1,200% from 2015 to 2023, with two-thirds of adolescent cases involving intentional use, according to research published in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, which included contributions from Joseph J. Palamar, MPH, PhD, associate professor, Department of Population Health; Palamar said, “We need to focus more on pediatric overdoses,” as the study found that overdose severity increased over time.
The Role Of BRCA2 In Defending DNA And Fighting Cancer. (Technology Networks)
Technology Networks (3/27) A study by NYU Grossman School of Medicine and Yale School of Medicine, published in Nature on March 26, discovered a protective mechanism of the BRCA2 gene involving its interaction with RAD51 and PARP1 proteins, which could enhance the efficacy of existing cancer treatments using PARP inhibitors.
Stomach Pain In Pregnancy: Causes, Treatment. (Bump)
The Bump (3/24) Meleen Chuang, MD, clinical associate professor, and chief, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Health Centers, explains that lower abdominal pain during pregnancy can sometimes indicate serious conditions such as ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, or preterm labor, though it is often benign; she also mentions that upper abdominal pain can be linked to morning sickness, a growing uterus, or more severe issues like gallstones or preeclampsia, while right-side pain could suggest appendicitis, and left-side pain may result from digestive issues or body adjustments to pregnancy.
Why Uncertainty Makes Us So Anxious, And How To Deal With It. (WebMD)
WebMD (3/27) Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, emphasizes the importance of building tolerance for uncertainty to reduce anxiety, suggesting strategies like “planned worrying” and focusing on controllable aspects to manage stress, while noting that “the problem with tending to uncertainty is that it typically brings us into the future,” adding that “being in the present is such a good antidote to our anxiety.”
9 Delicious High-Protein Foods To Eat Daily. (Vogue)
Vogue (3/27) Heather A. Hodson, RDN, CDN, CDCES, dietitian nutritionist, Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, said Greek yogurt offers significant health benefits, including more protein and fewer carbohydrates than regular yogurt, and is a fantastic source of calcium, which helps maintain strong bones and teeth.
Do Scalp Massagers Actually Help With Hair Growth? Scalp Experts Explain. (NBC News)
NBC News (3/27) Navin S. Arora, DO, clinical assistant professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, recommends using scalp brushes or massagers, like the Diane Shampoo Massage Brush and Comfier Cordless Hair Scalp Massager, to improve scalp health and promote circulation.
The #1 Dried Fruit To Help You Poop, According To A Gastroenterologist. (Eating Well)
Eating Well (3/27) Rabia A. De Latour, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, said that prunes are particularly effective for alleviating constipation due to their high content of insoluble fiber, sorbitol, and polyphenols, which collectively aid digestion by drawing water into the colon, preventing dehydration of stool, and promoting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
Get Your ‘Data Out Of There’: Bioethicist On 23andMe Bankruptcy. (ABC News)
ABC News (3/27) Art Caplan, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics, Department of Population Health, Division of Medical Ethics, appeared on ABC News Live to discuss potential implications for users’ genetic data following the bankruptcy filing by biotechnology company 23andMe.
Are You Getting Enough Vitamins And Minerals? What To Know. (TODAY)
TODAY (3/27) Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, explains the importance of vitamins and minerals for fueling the body and discusses how to determine if you are getting enough of them.
Dangerous Fungus Spreading In US Hospitals Has ‘Rapidly Increased’. (Fox News)
Fox News (3/27) Candida auris, a rapidly spreading fungus resistant to multiple antifungal drugs, poses a significant threat to U.S. healthcare systems, particularly affecting already sick individuals in hospital settings, according to a new study in the American Journal of Infection Control; Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, described it as an “emerging problem of great concern,” noting its prevalence on equipment used for immunocompromised patients and the challenge of distinguishing its symptoms from other infections.
Also reporting is the New York Post (3/28).
NYU Langone Health Physician Comments On Liver Xenotransplantation. (WNYW-NY (FOX)-3)
WNYW-NY (FOX)-3 (3/27) Purvi S. Parikh, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, and Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Allergy and Immunology, discussed the implications of a recent medical breakthrough where a pig liver was successfully transplanted into a human in China, surviving for ten days in a brain-dead patient, and remarked, “We actually had one at NYU recently, and the patient has been doing quite well since this was done in November,” referring to a similar kidney xenotransplantation.
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
WATCH: LI Med Students Meet And Fall In Love While Pursuing Career. (Mineola (NY) Patch)
The Mineola (NY) Patch (3/27) Katie Goldrick and Tony Asfour, medical students from NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, have become the first students from the institution to enroll for Match Day and successfully match to the same residency programs, with Goldrick specializing in anesthesiology and Asfourpursuing a career as an OB-GYN; Goldrick said, “The fact that we were able to match with the same program for us was just fantastic.”
