News from NYU Langone Health
Weight loss drugs linked to extra hair loss risk in men
Newsweek
A new study from researchers at NYU Langone Health found that men genetically predisposed to male-pattern baldness may have an increased risk of hair loss when using GLP-1 medications. Published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, the findings provide the first genetic link between GLP-1 activity and androgenetic alopecia. According to study senior investigator Lynn Petukhova, PhD, assistant professor in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, the research identified a 7% increased risk, suggesting a biological connection that goes beyond rapid weight loss.
Also reporting was: NBC
9/03/2026
Off-label GLP-1 use skyrockets in young kids
MedPage Today
A study from researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine revealed a 310-fold surge since 2019 in off-label GLP-1 drug prescriptions for children ages 8 to 11 with obesity. Led by Babak Orandi, MD, PhD, associate professor of surgery and medicine, and co-authored by Allan Massie, PhD, associate professor of surgery and population health, both at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, the analysis showed that while overall numbers remain low, use is accelerating rapidly. The findings indicated that clinicians are largely reserving these medications for children with severe obesity and comorbidities. The study also highlighted emerging inequities, with prescriptions favoring socioeconomically advantaged families, raising concerns about widening care disparities.
Also reporting was: Medical Xpress, NBC, CBS
9/04/2026
Suffolk County News
The Brookhaven Town Council has approved a 270,000-square-foot, $650-million pavilion expansion for NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk in Patchogue. The project features a new 144-bed addition intended to significantly enhance regional medical access. New York State Sen. Dean Murray and Supervisor Dan Panico lauded the health system as a "valued partner," emphasizing the positive impact of this major capital investment on the community. Additionally, labor leaders highlighted the project's role in creating numerous jobs for the local workforce. Officials noted that the absence of public opposition serves as a strong community endorsement for this transformative development.
9/04/2026
Joe Amabile credits wife Serena Pitt after brain surgery for malignant brain tumor
Reality TV World
Reality television personality Joe Amabile is recovering from surgery for a malignant brain tumor. His physician, Alexandra Miller, MD, chief of Neuro-Oncology and co-director of the Brain and Spine Tumor Center at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center, stated that he has a 'good prognosis' and was very lucky that the tumor was found early. Amabile, who had a slow-growing astrocytoma removed, is undergoing treatment with a daily pill to prevent recurrence. He has been sharing his health journey on social media to help others who may be going through similar experiences.
9/03/2026
Why maintaining a daily routine matters when life feels stressful or uncertain
Verywell Mind
Maintaining a regular routine can help reduce stress and anxiety by providing a sense of control and organization during uncertain times. A lack of structure can exacerbate feelings of distress and lead to a greater focus on problems. Rachel Goldman, PhD, a psychologist and clinical assistant professor at NYU School of Medicine, explains that without a routine, people may dwell more on stressful situations. She recommends creating a schedule for important tasks, paying attention to personal productivity cycles, and being flexible, as it can take time to adjust to a new daily structure.
Also reporting was: Aol
9/03/2026
Q&A: Advances in prostate cancer treatment underscore need for screening
Healio Primary Care
In an interview, Herbert Lepor, MD, the Martin Spatz Chair of the Department of Urology and director of the Smilow Comprehensive Prostate Cancer Center at NYU Langone Health, discussed developments in prostate cancer care. He advised that screening should generally begin at age 50, or age 45 for Black men and those with a family history. Dr. Lepor noted that elevated prostate-specific antigen tests do not always indicate cancer and that active surveillance is an option for low-risk cases to avoid overtreatment. He highlighted focal treatment for focal disease and emphasized that screening is essential as symptoms often appear too late.
9/03/2026
Heart valve disease: symptoms, treatment and what patients should know
HealthyWomen
An article on heart valve disease highlights its symptoms, treatments, and the importance of regular monitoring, as the condition often progresses silently. Nieca Goldberg, MD, clinical associate professor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, explains that improperly functioning valves hinder blood flow and notes that echocardiograms are crucial for diagnosis before heart failure occurs. Goldberg also discusses the expansion of minimally invasive procedures like transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), which was initially for high-risk patients but is now considered more frequently. The piece emphasizes the role of multidisciplinary heart teams in determining treatment plans.
9/03/2026
NBC Select
An article on cleaning reusable water bottles features expert advice from Philip Tierno, PhD, clinical professor in the Department of Pathology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Tierno explains that mild dish soap used with lukewarm water is effective because its active ingredients destroy microbes, making it difficult for organisms to survive. He also notes that distilled vinegar can remove fatty particles and baking soda can help extract particles. Experts recommend cleaning water bottles daily to prevent the buildup of bacteria from food particles and saliva that can backwash into the bottle.
Also reporting was: Yahoo Health
9/03/2026
Health news watch: What patients read about in August
Nursing in Practice
A study by researchers at NYU Langone Health found that maintaining optimal vascular health in midlife can delay the onset of dementia. The findings, published in Neurology Open Access, showed that having normal blood pressure, no diabetes, and not smoking between ages 46 and 70 could add up to 12.6 dementia-free years. Analyzing data from over 12,000 participants, the research revealed that individuals with these three midlife risk factors had a nearly three-fold increased chance of developing dementia compared to those with no risk factors.
9/03/2026
‘Information prescription’ can minimize possible negative impacts of online cancer content
HemOnc Today
Speaking at a conference, Stacy Loeb, MD, professor in the Department of Urology and the Department of Population Health at NYU Langone Health, discussed the significant amount of inaccurate cancer information online. Her research documented a substantial prevalence of guideline-discordant content on social media, noting a study that found over 40% of top YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok posts about prostate cancer contained inaccuracies. Loeb warned that this misinformation can create patient-clinician distrust and lead to treatment regret, advocating for clinicians to provide patients with an 'information prescription' of vetted and reliable online resources.
9/03/2026
This hormonal shift might explain why your mood can take a dive the week before your period starts
Everyday Health
A study explores why mood can decline before a period, suggesting that peak progesterone levels may make it harder for the brain to differentiate emotional demands. Commenting on the research, Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, explains that the brain continuously adapts to hormonal shifts. She notes that while the study is correlational and cannot prove causation, its findings offer a potential mechanism for understanding mood regulation and how hormones can impact stress and emotional control.
Also reporting was: Yahoo Health
9/03/2026
WKYC-TV (Cleveland, OH)
The NASCAR Foundation will kick off its 2026 Speedy Bear Brigade at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone on 9 September. The event is part of the foundation's 20th-anniversary celebration in New York City. As part of the initiative, NASCAR drivers will visit pediatric patients to deliver specially designed teddy bears. This year, the campaign plans to distribute 6,000 'Speedy Bears' to patients in 157 hospitals across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The kickoff follows The NASCAR Foundation Honors Gala, co-chaired by Matt and Lisa Kaulig of Kaulig Companies.
9/03/2026
Slash your dementia risk, as easy as 1-2-3
ArcaMax
A new study from researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and colleagues in China found that managing key risk factors can extend dementia-free living. Published in Neurology Open Access, the research on 12,000 middle-aged people in the U.S. determined that avoiding diabetes, not smoking, and maintaining normal blood pressure provided up to 13 more years of life without dementia compared to individuals burdened with all three risk factors.
Also reporting was: Texarkana Gazette
9/04/2026
Dietary fat intake and mortality among patients with nonmetastatic prostate cancer.
UroToday
A cohort study in JAMA Network Open reports that among patients with nonmetastatic prostate cancer, higher post-diagnosis intake of saturated fats, including animal fats, was associated with greater all-cause mortality. These deaths were primarily from cardiovascular disease and other cancers. The findings suggest that replacing animal and saturated fats with plant-based, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats is linked to improved survival outcomes. However, no association was found with prostate cancer-specific mortality. Stacy Loeb, MD, professor in the Departments of Urology and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, co-authored the study.
Also reporting was: HealthDay
9/04/2026
