News from NYU Langone Health
New York Post
Broken heart syndrome, or takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a temporary condition that mimics a heart attack and is often triggered by intense stress, explains Harmony R. Reynolds, MD, the Joel E. and Joan L. Smilow Professor of Cardiology and director of NYU Langone’s Center for Women’s Cardiovascular Health. About 90% of cases occur in postmenopausal women. Dr. Reynolds notes that while the exact cause is unknown, leading theories involve a surge of stress hormones. Her team at NYU Langone Health is studying the condition to better understand its mechanisms and prevention, with a particular focus on women's heart health.
Also reporting was: Daily Mail, MSN UK
3/01/2026
NYU Langone Surgeons: AAOS 2026 Breakthroughs
Archyworldys
Research from NYU Langone Health experts presented at the 2026 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting highlights a shift toward personalized orthopedic care. Key findings suggest that physiological age, not chronological age, should determine ACL reconstruction eligibility for active patients over 50. The presentations also covered the use of AI chatbots for patient education and the negative impact of metal allergies on knee replacement outcomes. Additionally, research showed that delaying hip fracture surgery by 24 hours does not worsen outcomes. The article notes NYU Langone Health's position as a leader in the field.
3/02/2026
What Emergency Managers Say They Need More Than Ever
ProPublica
Local emergency managers across the US report being under-resourced and understaffed while facing an increasing list of responsibilities amid challenges like climate change. A ProPublica investigation found that inadequate funding for staff is the most pressing issue. The article notes that President Donald Trump's administration has delayed emergency management funding and shifted more disaster preparedness responsibility to state and local governments. Kelly McKinney, the vice president of emergency management and enterprise resilience at NYU Langone Health, commented that states have become 'overly dependent' on federal funding and that the nation's crisis-management system is 'itself in crisis.'
3/01/2026
