News from NYU Langone Health
Heat Advisories Might Not Trigger Soon Enough For Some Seniors, Study Finds
U.S. News and World Report
A study led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine found that heat waves may endanger some urban seniors at temperatures lower than current city thresholds for heat emergencies. The research indicates the risk of heat-related illness for some seniors increases when the heat index reaches 90 degrees for two consecutive days, below NYC's current 95-degree alert level. 'We now know that emergency department use among vulnerable older patients spikes at around 90 F,' said senior researcher Alexander J. Azan, MD, assistant professor in the Department of Population Health. Co-author Leora I. Horwitz, MD, director of the Center for Healthcare Innovation and Delivery Science at NYU Langone Health, added that health systems can use their data to customize warnings.
3/23/2026
Brain Waves During Sleep Predict Dementia Risk
MedPage Today
A meta-analysis of five cohorts found that a brain age index derived from sleep electroencephalography (EEG) data can predict dementia risk. The study, published in JAMA Network Open, showed that each 10-year increase in the index was associated with a 39% higher risk of dementia. In an accompanying editorial, Omonigho Bubu, MD, PhD, MPH, assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Director of the Aging Research in Sleep Equity & Dementia Prevention (ARISE-DP) program, wrote that the work is compelling because the index is a robust marker of accelerated brain aging and occupies a distinctive niche in dementia research.
Also reporting was: News Health, MSN
3/22/2026
Top Things to Know About Psoriatic Arthritis
HealthCentral
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory condition where the immune system attacks the body's tissues, causing joint pain, skin issues, and fatigue. According to Cesar E. Fors Nieves, MD, a rheumatologist and clinical assistant professor in the Department of Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, diagnosis is often challenging because symptoms can mimic other illnesses and there is no single definitive test. The article explains that while PsA can start at any age, early and aggressive treatment with medications like NSAIDs or biologics can relieve pain, control inflammation, and help prevent irreversible joint damage.
3/23/2026
5 Possible Reasons for a Psoriasis Misdiagnosis
HealthCentral
An article exploring reasons for psoriasis misdiagnosis notes that while the process is often straightforward, it can take years for some people to receive a correct diagnosis. According to NYU Langone Health, a dermatologist typically spots the telltale patches of thick, red, scaly skin during a physical exam. Common reasons for misdiagnosis include confusing psoriasis with other skin conditions like eczema or fungal infections, challenges in identifying symptoms on darker skin tones, and the initial presentation of psoriatic arthritis without skin symptoms. The piece stresses the importance of consulting a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
3/23/2026
4 post-workout essentials to improve performance and prevent injury
Ex Bulletin
The article outlines four post-workout essentials to improve athletic performance and prevent injury, including cooldowns, stretching, foam rolling, and protein intake. Natasha N. Desai, MD, a sports medicine physician at NYU Langone Health and co-director of it’s Center for Women’s Sports Medicine, emphasizes that people often neglect post-exercise self-care, which can be a 'recipe for disaster.' She notes that skipping a cooldown can cause dizziness and that stretching is key to preventing injuries. The piece also provides practical tips for each recovery activity.
3/23/2026
Deepanwita Dasgupta Got Measles At 5; The Virus Planted A Ticking Time Bomb In Her Body
India Currents - KFF Health News
Amid rising measles cases in the U.S., doctors are concerned about an increase in subacute sclerosing panencephalitis, a rare and fatal complication that can appear years after infection. Aaron E. Nelson, MD, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and director of Epilepsy at Bellevue Hospital Center, stated that there is no effective treatment for the condition, making prevention through vaccination essential. He noted that he recently treated a child with SSPE, a condition he thought he would only encounter in medical textbooks, highlighting the real-world consequences of vaccine-preventable diseases.
3/23/2026
Supercharging the peptide boom
POLITICO
A new POLITICO poll finds that 52 percent of Americans favor slowing down government drug approvals for more thorough testing. Commenting on the findings, Art Caplan, PhD, The Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, noted the tension between speed and certainty in the FDA's process. He stated that advocates for faster access are often more vocal. The article also discusses the growing peptide therapy market, a recent NIH lecture on the Covid-19 lab-leak theory, and a CMS-approved plan for Minnesota to combat Medicaid fraud.
3/23/2026
