News from NYU Langone Health
The New York Times
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has released documents showing that officials knew about toxic air quality around the World Trade Center site after the 9/11 attacks, despite public assurances of safety. Commenting on the revelations, George Thurston, ScD, professor of medicine and population health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, stated that government agencies conducted routine monitoring for a non-routine situation. Referring to a federal program to track children who were nearby, Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, director of the Division of Environmental Pediatrics, vice chair of pediatric research, and the Jim G. Hendrick, MD Professor of Pediatrics and professor of population health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, said the effort was 'a tad late'.
9/09/2026
Cancer’s toll on 9/11 survivors is accelerating 25 years later
The Washington Post
The number of 9/11 survivors receiving aid for cancer has tripled in the past five years, according to the World Trade Center Health Program. A recent study from New York University reported a similar 2.5-fold increase in cases between 2019 and 2024. According to study author Alan Arslan, MD, an associate professor of Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, they are seeing more patients. Co-author Joan Reibman, MD, an adjunct professor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, added that they are observing all different types of cancers, not just lung cancer as initially expected. [Note: Staff credentials require verification]
9/09/2026
Children of 9/11 to Finally Get a Major Health Study
U.S. News and World Report
Congress has funded a new study with CDC oversight to examine the long-term health of individuals exposed to the 9/11 attacks as children. The research will track chronic illnesses that may be emerging as this cohort reaches their 30s and 40s. Joan Reibman, MD, adjunct professor in the Department of Medicine and the Department of Environmental Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, noted that recruiting participants will require significant community outreach. Leigh Wilson, DO, MPH, clinical associate professor in the Department of Medicine at Grossman School of Medicine, added that the study could inform preventive measures for children in future disasters.
9/10/2026
Ground Zero first responder shares lasting health impact decades after 9/11
Fox News
Denise J. Harrison, MD, medical director of the NYU Langone Health World Trade Center Health Program, discusses the long-term respiratory health impacts faced by 9/11 responders. Dr. Harrison explains that the disaster dust was highly alkaline, a property that causes severe irritation to the airways. While larger particles typically deposit in the upper airways, the overwhelming nature of the disaster caused large-scale particles to reach the lower airways as well. Addressing the extensive timeline of environmental exposure research, Dr. Harrison emphasizes that studies take time, but the ongoing research is crucial for improving responses to future disasters.
9/09/2026
Doctor discusses new drug that could transform pancreatic cancer treatment
Spectrum News NY1
Following the FDA's approval of a new once-daily pill for pancreatic cancer that demonstrated longer overall survival during trials, Paul Oberstein, MD, service chief of the Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology Program, and assistant director of the Pancreatic Cancer Center at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center, discussed the new drug. He provided expert commentary on what the approval signifies for individuals living with pancreatic cancer.
9/09/2026
How A.D.H.D. Changes as You Age *
The New York Times
An article explores how ADHD symptoms evolve throughout a person's life, noting the condition is not static. While hyperactive-impulsive symptoms are more common in young children, inattentive symptoms often become more prevalent with age. According to Deepti Anbarasan, MD, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, adult hyperactivity can manifest as an inner mental restlessness. She added that adults with inattentive symptoms may have trouble with life logistics and non-urgent chores. The piece suggests environmental factors, coping mechanisms, and brain development all influence these changes over time.
9/09/2026
Building a Practical Diagnostic Workup for Suspected Epilepsy
NeurologyLive
Jacqueline French, MD, professor of neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and co-director of epilepsy research and epilepsy clinical trials at NYU Langone Health, provides a practical overview of the diagnostic workup for suspected epilepsy. She emphasizes that a detailed clinical history is the most valuable initial tool to determine if an event was a seizure and if it signifies epilepsy. While an EEG and MRI are standard for new diagnoses, Dr. French explains that further prolonged testing may not be necessary if the diagnosis is certain. For unclear cases, she recommends using cell phone video or prolonged ambulatory EEG.
9/09/2026
Addressing the Comorbidity Burden in Epilepsy
NeurologyLive
In a commentary, Jacqueline French, MD, professor of neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and co-director of epilepsy research and epilepsy clinical trials at NYU Langone Health, examines how clinicians can better identify and address comorbidities in epilepsy patients. She explains that conditions like depression, anxiety, and cognitive impairment are often difficult to identify but meaningfully affect quality of life. Dr. French advocates for building trust and incorporating routine, systematic screening into epilepsy care to encourage patients to disclose symptoms, rather than relying only on conversation. She also notes the importance of screening for a broader range of issues in children with severe epilepsies.
9/09/2026
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval For Breast Cancer Drug
KFF Health News
According to a new study from NYU Langone Health, the use of GLP-1 medications in children aged 8 to 11 has increased by nearly 31,000 percent over the last seven years. The Food and Drug Administration has not approved any GLP-1 medication for children under 12, but the research indicates that doctors have prescribed it off-label in drastic circumstances. The article also highlights several other pharmaceutical industry developments, including FDA approval for a new breast cancer drug and promising clinical trial results for a medication treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
9/09/2026
The top rehab hospital in every state: US News
Becker's Hospital Review
U.S. News & World Report compiled its list of the top rehabilitation hospitals in every state, evaluating nearly 4,500 hospitals. For this year's rankings, U.S. News adjusted its methodology to have 80% of scores based on risk-adjusted outcomes and 10% on patient experience. Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Hospitals was named the number one rehabilitation hospital in New York. The list also identified top hospitals in other states, such as Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in New Jersey and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Massachusetts.
9/09/2026
Calorie restriction reveals a potential way to slow age-related DNA mutations
Medical Xpress
A new study in Cell led by researchers at NYU Langone Health shows that caloric restriction reduced age-related DNA mutations in mice. The research is the first to analyze this impact across a large portion of the genome. According to co-corresponding author Gilad Evrony, MD, PhD, the Jacob D. Goldfield Associate Professor of Pediatrics and associate professor of Neuroscience at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, the study demonstrates a link between diet and mutations. First author Marta Grońska-Pęski, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow, added that the insights could reveal new ways to combat diseases of aging. Amoolya Srinivasa of NYU Langone's Center for Human Genetics and Genomics was also an author.
9/09/2026
Scientists Reveal What Happens When You Switch From a Low-Carb to a High-Carb Diet
Yahoo Health
A study led by researchers from NYU Langone Health explored the health effects of reintroducing carbohydrates after significant weight loss on a low-carbohydrate diet. Participants were assigned to one of three maintenance diets: continued low-carb, high-carb with refined starch, or high-carb with added sugar. The results, published in Cell Press Blue, showed that the high-starch diet triggered increased signs of inflammation compared to the other two groups. Researchers concluded that following weight loss, diets rich in starch may be an unrecognized factor driving inflammation, highlighting that the type of carbohydrate matters.
9/09/2026
VA Study: Beta Blockers Might Help Extend Prostate Cancer Survival - U.S. Medicine
U.S. Medicine
A retrospective study by researchers from four New York medical institutions, including NYU Langone's Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center, examined the effects of certain medications on pancreatic cancer outcomes. Using the Veterans Affairs Corporate Data Warehouse, the study analyzed patients from 2000 to 2020. The findings, published in *Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention*, indicate that beta blocker use was associated with a lower chance of advanced-stage disease and improved overall survival. The researchers suggest that autonomic and metabolic pathways might influence early pancreatic cancer biology and that beta blockers warrant further evaluation as adjunctive therapies.
9/09/2026
Medicare Paid Nearly $400M for Organs Never Used for Enrollees
MedPage Today
A report from the HHS Office of Inspector General found that Medicare paid approximately $380 million over a six-year period for acquiring organs that were not transplanted in Medicare enrollees. This was attributed to conflicting federal program rules. The OIG recommended that CMS revise its guidance to align with the Social Security Act. Macey Levan, JD, PhD, director of the Center for Surgical and Transplant Applied Research Qualitative Core at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, commented that the findings show a need for stronger coordination in federal transplant oversight to prevent such inconsistencies.
9/09/2026
The 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting Geriatric Oncology Update: The Next Challenge Is Implementation
The ASCO Post
In an analysis, Iris Zhi, MD, interim chief of the Division of Hematology & Medical Oncology at Langone Hospital—Long Island, medical director of Clinical Operations for Medical Oncology at Perlmutter Cancer Center—Long Island, and associate professor of medicine at NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, reviews key takeaways from the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting on geriatric oncology. She writes that after proving the value of geriatric assessment, the field's next challenge is implementation. Meeting presentations highlighted scalable solutions to integrate geriatric oncology into routine care, such as nurse-led models, telehealth, and AI-assisted assessment tools, to broaden patient access.
9/10/2026
Online patient reviews of dermatologic surgeons differ by gender, study
SCIENMAG
Research from NYU Grossman School of Medicine reveals gender-based differences in online patient reviews of dermatologic surgeons. The study, published in Archives of Dermatological Research and conducted by a team from NYU Langone's Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, found that patients more frequently describe female surgeons based on interpersonal skills and male surgeons by their technical competence. The research team included co-senior authors Kristen Lo Sicco, MD, associate professor of dermatology, chief of service and director of the Skin and Cancer Unit at NYU Langone Health, and Maressa Criscito, MD, assistant professor of dermatology.
9/10/2026
I'm a dermatologist — the top 10 things I tell my balding patients
USTimes Mirror
More than 80% of men and women experience pattern hair loss during their lifetime, according to NYU Langone Health. The article features top advice for balding patients from Kseniya Kobets, MD, director of cosmetic dermatology at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care. She states that because hair loss is multifactorial, treatment should be as well. Her recommendations include using evidence-backed treatments, checking for nutritional deficiencies like low iron and vitamin D, managing overall health, and allowing at least three to six months for a new treatment to show results before giving up.
9/09/2026
NASCAR Foundation, Kaulig Racing Give Back In New York City
Heavy
In celebration of National Teddy Bear Day, members of the NASCAR community, including Matt Kaulig and NASCAR drivers, visited Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone to deliver NASCAR-themed teddy bears to children and families. The visit was part of the NASCAR Foundation's 20th Anniversary Honors Gala events in New York City. This event at the hospital launched a nationwide campaign set to distribute more than 6,000 teddy bears to 157 hospitals across the country.
Also reporting was: Yahoo Sports
9/09/2026
If You Deal with Anxiety, This Simple Bedtime Habit May Offer More Relief Than You Think
Women's Health
New research suggests weighted blankets can significantly reduce anxiety. A study found hospitalized patients' anxiety scores dropped notably after using a weighted blanket. Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, explains that the pressure can mimic a hug, creating a sense of physical grounding. She notes the blanket's weight may help people feel contained, secure, and relaxed by shifting focus away from anxious thoughts. The researchers concluded that the blankets are an effective non-pharmacologic therapeutic intervention for anxiety.
9/09/2026
How weight loss culture continues to inform hiring
HR Brew
A Harvard University study suggests that unemployed women using GLP-1 medications for weight loss return to work more quickly than those not on the drugs. Experts note this could intensify social pressure for weight loss. Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, commented that while a person's confidence may increase with weight loss, there is also a documented bias in hiring against people living in larger bodies, and that both factors can be true simultaneously.
9/09/2026
GLP-1 prescriptions for young children up 310-fold
FoodNavigator
A new US study in Pediatrics reveals that GLP-1 prescriptions for children aged 8 to 11 with obesity increased 310-fold between 2019 and 2026. The study's lead author, Bambak Orandi, MD, associate professor of surgery and medicine at NYU Langone Health, stated that this trend is likely to continue upward in the near future. He noted that while GLP-1s can be effective for individual patients when combined with lifestyle interventions, they are not the definitive answer to the broader issue of childhood obesity, which requires a comprehensive societal approach.
9/10/2026
Why older pedestrians fare worse in car crashes
The Sacramento Bee/KFF Health News
Older pedestrians are more likely to die in motor vehicle accidents than younger people, despite not having a higher rate of injury. Researchers cite factors like increased frailty, slower reaction times, and the prevalence of larger vehicles like SUVs. Charles DiMaggio, PhD, professor in the Departments of Surgery and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, notes the severe consequences of such injuries, calling a hip fracture in a 75-year-old 'tragic.' The growing use of e-bikes is also emerging as a new threat to pedestrian safety.
9/10/2026
