News from NYU Langone Health
Avoiding these 3 risk factors might buy you 13 more dementia-free years
The Washington Post
A new study suggests that avoiding high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking in midlife could result in roughly 13 more dementia-free years. According to the research, people with none of these vascular risk factors lived about 30 years without dementia, compared to 17.5 years for those with all three. Josef Coresh, founding director of the Optimal Aging Institute at NYU Langone and the study's senior investigator, said that each additional risk factor was associated with approximately four fewer years of dementia-free survival by damaging blood vessels and reducing nutrients and oxygen to the brain.
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8/07/2026
Feeling run down? Everything you need to know about CKM syndrome
USA Today
An article details cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, a condition connecting obesity, diabetes, and kidney problems with cardiovascular disease. Shaline Rao, MD, director of heart failure services, chief of cardiology, and chief and vice chair of operations of medicine at NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island, explains that these conditions feed into one another, creating a cycle of systemic inflammation and organ damage. She outlines the stages of the syndrome, its causes, which include genetics and sleep apnea, and treatments that combine lifestyle changes with medication. The article notes that about one in three U.S. adults is affected by CKM syndrome, often without realizing it.
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8/10/2026
Five years after beating breast cancer, I heard the words I feared most
Staten Island Advance
In a personal essay, Jennifer Sammartino-Mallen recounts her experience with a breast cancer recurrence five years after her initial diagnosis. She describes the emotional toll of the second diagnosis and her decision to undergo a double mastectomy. Sammartino-Mallen mentions receiving care for her recurrence at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center and notes that her care team at NYU Langone Health was wonderful during her first illness. The article details her surgical recovery, subsequent treatments, and the profound personal change she has experienced as a two-time survivor.
8/10/2026
Will this Jets rookie’s setback sideline him for Week 1? | The Injury Report
New York Post
Daniel Kaplan, MD, a sports orthopedic surgeon at the Joseph S. and Diane H. Steinberg Ambulatory Care Center—Cobble Hill, joins a weekly segment to discuss sports injuries. He offers expert commentary on the setback experienced by Jets rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq following a prior surgery for a sports hernia, evaluating the implications for the player's recovery and potential to be sidelined for Week 1.
8/07/2026
Dr. Renee Williams reveals a gap costing black lives
Rolling Out
In an interview, Renee Williams, MD, MHPE, a gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Health, associate chair for health equity in the Department of Medicine, and director of strategic partnerships for the Institute for Excellence in Health Equity, discusses disparities in colorectal cancer outcomes. She explains that while the disease is preventable, Black individuals have the second-highest incidence and mortality rates. Williams, a co-founder of the Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists, advocates for screening to begin at age 45. She also addresses multifaceted barriers to care, including patient access and systemic issues, and discusses her work with the New York Citywide Colorectal Cancer Coalition.
8/08/2026
7 GLP-1 medications available now and how they differ
Rolling Out
This article outlines seven available GLP-1 medications for weight loss and diabetes, explaining their differences based on molecule type, hormone receptor targets, and delivery method. Looking ahead, combination therapies and new molecules are in late-stage trials. Discussing the arrival of new oral GLP-1 options, Melanie Jay, MD, professor in the Departments of Medicine and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, states that “it’s good to have more options for patients with obesity.”
8/09/2026
The dangers of taking weight-loss drugs after 60
The Telegraph
An analysis explores the heightened risks for individuals over 60 using GLP-1 weight-loss medications, which were primarily tested on younger populations. Potential dangers include severe constipation, bowel perforation, dehydration, and adverse interactions with other prescriptions. Melanie Jay, MD, an obesity specialist at NYU Langone Health, highlights that dehydration from these drugs can cause kidney injury, particularly in vulnerable patients such as those with diabetes or taking diuretics. Experts advise that older adults using these medications should be under close medical supervision and increase their dosage more gradually than younger patients.
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8/07/2026
Why time off Is so good for your health
Yahoo Health
A report on the health benefits of taking time off from work highlights how chronic overwork and stress can lead to headaches, back pain, anxiety, and heart disease. Rachel Goldman, PhD, clinical assistant professor in the department of psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, notes that many people experience these physical symptoms from workplace stress. She advises managing stress before it becomes unmanageable and recommends that those working from home create a transition period between work and personal time, similar to a commute, by taking a walk or meditating to properly disengage.
8/07/2026
The heat danger every parent needs to watch for this summer
New York Post
As temperatures rise, parents are advised to watch for heat-related dangers in children, which can present with non-obvious warning signs. Ayala Wegman, MD, a pediatrician at Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone, outlines the red flags every parent should recognize. She also discusses common mistakes that can turn a hot day into an emergency, emphasizing the importance of hydration and other heat safety measures for families to follow during the summer.
8/10/2026
Health expert sounds alarm over rising outbreaks
Fox
David Bernstein, MD, gastroenterologist and director of NYU Langone's Gastroenterology and Hepatology Ambulatory Network, analyzes the Cyclospora and Salmonella outbreaks linked to contaminated produce. He details key symptoms, infection sources and essential food safety tips.
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8/09/2026
The sneaky kind of cholesterol that may be threatening your heart health
The Washington Post
New guidelines from medical organizations, including the American Heart Association, recommend every adult be tested once for lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), a type of cholesterol that is a major independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease. According to Jeffrey Berger, MD, director of the Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease at NYU Langone Heart, the test was not previously standard because it was unclear what to do about high levels. He adds that since Lp(a) is largely genetic, knowing your level helps to more aggressively manage modifiable risk factors like LDL cholesterol.
8/08/2026
MRI before biopsy is standard in peer countries but used in only a third of U.S. prostate cases
Medical Daily
An MRI scan before a biopsy is a standard diagnostic step for prostate cancer in most wealthy countries but is only used in about a third of cases in the United States. This MRI-first approach can reduce unnecessary biopsies and the overdiagnosis of low-risk cancers. While some critics question the negative predictive value of prostate MRI, the article notes that NYU Langone Health researchers report a negative predictive value of 98 percent at their institution. The article attributes the slow US uptake to structural issues like scanner access, radiologist experience, and insurance coverage.
8/07/2026
After lifetime of service, Wantagh firefighter needs kidney donor
LIHerald.com
John 'JJ' Gillen, a 66-year-old Wantagh firefighter and former NYPD officer, is searching for a living kidney donor due to declining kidney function. After extensive testing, Gillen was approved as a transplant candidate at NYU Langone Health. He is currently on the national deceased donor waiting list. The article highlights his lifetime of service and directs community members interested in the confidential screening process to NYU Langone Health's living donor registration page. His family hopes sharing his story will lead to a donor and raise awareness about living kidney donation.
8/07/2026
Fed calls for EPA action at homes near landfill after NJ.com study on neighborhood toxins
NJ.com
A research team led by Judith Zelikoff, PhD, professor of toxicology and environmental health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, revealed high levels of heavy metals in soil near a closed landfill in Keyport, New Jersey. The study found elevated levels of arsenic, cobalt, and lead in residential yards and public parks. These findings identified a potential 'hot spot' that overlaps with an area of high resident-reported cancer cases, prompting U.S. Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr. to call for further Environmental Protection Agency testing.
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8/07/2026
NeurologyLive® Friday 5 — August 7, 2026
NeurologyLive
In a weekly neurology news roundup, experts from NYU Langone Health discussed the future of Alzheimer’s disease care. Thomas Wisniewski, MD, director of NYU Langone Health’s Center for Cognitive Neurology, and the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman Professor of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, Department of Neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Allal Boutajangout, PhD, research professor in the Departments of Neurology and Neurosceince, explained how novel biomarkers could enable personalized treatment. They suggest that research expanding beyond amyloid and tau can help identify multiple coexisting neurodegenerative pathologies, allowing for therapies tailored to each patient’s unique disease profile.
8/07/2026
Who leads the workforces of US News’ top 20 hospitals?
Becker's Hospital Review
A report lists the human resources executives at the 20 hospitals on U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-27 Best Hospitals Honor Roll. For NYU Langone Hospitals, the publication names Nancy Sanchez, executive vice president and vice dean for human resources at NYU Langone Health. The article also identifies leaders at other New York City institutions, including Beth Yagoda at Mount Sinai Health System and Shaun Smith at NewYork-Presbyterian.
8/07/2026
Signs of brain aging and how to keep your mind young, according to experts.
Prevention
This article details signs of brain aging and provides strategies to maintain cognitive health, such as adopting a Mediterranean diet, walking regularly, and maintaining hopefulness. A study led at NYU Grossman School of Medicine found that having strong social connections with trustworthy listeners allows for stress release, which can help slow brain aging.
8/07/2026
Embracing aging could actually help you age more gracefully
Clean Beauty School
New research from NYU Langone Health suggests women with higher levels of aging anxiety show signs of accelerated biological aging. The study, published in *Psychoneuroendocrinology*, analyzed data from 726 women and found a significant link between health-related aging fears and faster biological aging at the cellular level. The connection remained even after controlling for factors like age and education. Researchers believe chronic worry about health may activate stress pathways that contribute to cellular wear and tear over time. The study highlights a correlation, not causation, and points to the influence of mindset on physical health.
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8/07/2026
The new mRNA flu shot mFlusiva is more effective. Why doctors worry Long Islanders may not get it.
Newsday
The FDA has approved Moderna's new mRNA flu vaccine, mFlusiva, for individuals aged 50 and older, with studies showing it is 26.6% more effective than traditional shots. Medical experts express concern that public misinformation about mRNA technology may cause vaccine hesitancy. Martin Bäcker, MD, a principal investigator at the NYU Langone-Long Island Vaccine Center, called the approval a 'great new confirmation' of the technology's potential for common diseases. The vaccine could be a game changer, according to experts from Stony Brook Medicine and Northwell Health, especially when traditional vaccines do not match circulating flu strains.
8/10/2026
Runner's World UK
Improving bone density is a long-term process, with peak density achieved before age 30, shifting the focus to preservation thereafter. According to Natasha Desai, MD, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and co-director of NYU Langone's Women’s Sports Medicine Center, it is never too late to build healthy habits. Dr. Desai emphasizes resistance exercises like strength training, which stimulate bone-building cells. The article also highlights the importance of dietary calcium and vitamin D, noting that significant changes can take one to three years to appear on bone density scans.
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8/07/2026
Gastro doctors share the 1 food they never (or rarely) eat
HuffPost
Gastroenterologists share several foods they rarely eat due to negative effects on gut health. These include highly processed protein bars, red meat, and fried foods. Rabia De Latour, MD, a gastroenterologist and assistant professor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, advises against processed meats like bacon and hot dogs, noting data links their consumption to a higher risk of colorectal cancer. Experts also recommend avoiding sugary drinks due to their connection to chronic conditions and refined grains, which are associated with an increased risk of diverticulitis. Moderation for these foods is advised for digestive wellness.
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8/08/2026
A massive stroke left a man partially paralyzed. His wife's response led to 'a miracle' recovery.
CBS News
A man who experienced a massive stroke made a significant recovery after doctors determined it was caused by a common heart defect called a patent foramen ovale (PFO). Providing expert commentary, Eihab Ghantous, MD, a cardiologist at NYU Langone's Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program, explained that PFO is a small, typically harmless opening between the heart's upper chambers found in 20-30% of adults. Ghantous noted that in very rare cases, a blood clot can travel through the PFO to the brain and cause a stroke, which doctors only consider after ruling out other causes.
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8/08/2026
NYU Langone’s formula for turning homegrown tech into a business
Becker's Hospital Review
NYU Langone Health’s Technology Opportunities and Ventures office, which helped launch 20 startups in fiscal year 2025, is now commercially offering Solavia Decision Suite. This AI oncology decision support platform was co-developed with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and is embedded directly in the electronic health record to provide physicians with real-time clinical data. The platform is available to other health systems through a commercial licensing model, for which NYU Langone Health is the technical and business lead. The new product initially integrates with Epic, with other EHR platforms to follow.
8/07/2026
Why older pedestrians fare worse in car crashes
The New York Times
Older pedestrians are more likely to die in traffic accidents than younger people due to factors like increased physical frailty and slower reaction times. The rising popularity of large SUVs and e-bikes also contributes to the danger. Charles DiMaggio, PhD, an injury epidemiologist at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, highlights that the consequences of injuries are significantly more severe for older individuals. He notes that while a hip fracture is unfortunate for a 45-year-old, it can be tragic for a 75-year-old. The article also covers preventative measures like the Vision Zero initiative.
8/08/2026
9 things experts wish you’d do in midlife to increase longevity
Rock Hill Herald - NYT News Service/Syndicate Stories
An article offers nine expert tips for increasing longevity through habits adopted in midlife. Guillem Gonzalez-Lomas, MD, associate professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, recommends interval training to improve cardio-respiratory fitness, a key predictor of active later years. He also advises resistance training, suggesting people challenge themselves with heavier weights to achieve muscle fatigue. Other tips include maintaining social connections, eating fermented foods and sufficient protein, staying active daily, getting vaccinated for shingles, understanding family health history, and keeping a consistent sleep schedule to reduce disease risk.
8/08/2026
These are the best hospitals in MS for 2026, US News & World report says. Here’s why
Sun Herald
In its 2026 ranking, U.S. News & World Report named NYU Langone Hospitals in New York City as one of the top 20 hospitals in the nation. The list, presented in alphabetical order, also included local competitors Mount Sinai Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia and Cornell. The primary focus of the article was on the two best regional hospitals in Mississippi, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center and Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto, detailing the criteria for the regional recognition.
8/09/2026
Revisit every OncLive On Air episode from July 2026
OncLive
An article recaps episodes of the OncLive On Air podcast from July 2026, with one featuring Joshua Sabari, MD, director of High Reliability Organization Initiatives at NYU Langone Health's Perlmutter Cancer Center. He discussed management strategies for small cell lung cancer across academic and community settings.
8/09/2026
Bachelor Nation’s Joe Amabile discharged from hospital after surgery: ‘Rest and recovery ahead’
Time Bulletin USA
Joe Amabile, from 'Bachelor in Paradise,' has been discharged from the hospital after successfully undergoing surgery to remove a brain tumor. His wife, Serena Pitt, expressed gratitude to the team at NYU Langone Health for their care, compassion, and kindness during his hospitalization. Amabile, who revealed his diagnosis in July, is now resting and recovering at home. His wife confirmed via social media that doctors were able to remove the entire tumor and that he is recovering well.
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8/09/2026
Suffolk tries new approach in doling out opioid settlement grants, hearing directly from nonprofits
Newsday
Suffolk County is reforming its process for allocating opioid settlement grants, holding its first public forum for nonprofits after a critical report on the previous system. At the hearing, John Paladino, director of behavioral health services for NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk, advised the committee to prioritize funding for communities with the greatest need and for programs addressing the entire continuum of care for opioid use disorder.
8/10/2026
Best hospitals in New York: See U.S. News & World Report's 2026-27 rankings
Democrat and Chronicle
U.S. News & World Report named NYU Langone Hospitals to its 2026-2027 Best Hospitals national honor roll, a distinction recognizing the top 20 hospitals in the nation. In the regional rankings for New York state, NYU Langone Hospitals tied for first place. The report, which evaluated over 4,500 hospitals, also honored other New York City institutions, including Mount Sinai Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia and Cornell, which also made the national honor roll and tied for first in the state. Other ranked regional hospitals include Northwell Health and Montefiore Einstein.
8/10/2026
Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies
Brooklyn Daily Eagle
Scientists used the CRISPR gene-editing technique to create hypoallergenic beagles by deactivating the primary gene responsible for allergy-causing proteins, according to research in the CRISPR Journal. While this development may allow more people with allergies to own pets, Arthur Caplan, PhD, founding head of the Division of Medical Ethics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and professor emeritus of population health, commented on potential negative consequences. He suggested the innovation might discourage people from adopting shelter animals that have not been engineered to be allergy-free.
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8/07/2026
Greenwich biopharma raises $8M to advance cluster headache drug trial
Hartford Business Journal
Greenwich-based biotechnology company Ceruvia Lifesciences has raised $8 million to fund a Phase 1/2 clinical trial for its experimental cluster headache drug, BOL-148. The drug is an LSD-derived compound designed to provide therapeutic benefits without causing hallucinations. Founded in 2017, the company develops treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders through research partnerships with several institutions, including Yale, Harvard medical schools, and NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
8/07/2026
U.S. Physical Therapy Q2 earnings call highlights
MarketBeat
U.S. Physical Therapy reported an 8.5% year-over-year revenue increase to $214 million in its second quarter of 2026, supported by higher patient volumes and new hospital partnerships. The company highlighted the integration of its Metro clinics into a long-term affiliation with NYU Langone. During the quarter, 31 existing clinics were transitioned into this affiliation. In anticipation of referral growth from the partnership, U.S. Physical Therapy hired approximately 50 clinicians, which created some near-term expense pressure. The company expects the relationship with NYU Langone to have a greater impact in 2027.
8/09/2026
