News from NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Health Opens New UES Walk-In Primary Care Office. (Upper East Site)
Paywalled* Upper East Site (9/15) Upper East Side residents can now access medical care without an appointment at NYU Langone Health’s Care on Demand, located at 1465 Third Avenue, where patients can receive treatment for common illnesses and referrals for continuing care from NYU Langone Health’s network of physicians and specialists; “NYU Langone Health’s Care on Demand offers a new opportunity for people to access our system’s exceptional quality, in the moment and without an appointment,” said Robert I. Grossman, MD, dean and CEO.
How Many Concussions Are Too Many? Tua Tagovailoa’s 3 Concussions. (TODAY)
TODAY (9/13) Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa sustained his third confirmed career concussion during the Sept. 12 game against the Buffalo Bills, raising concerns about his health and future in football, with Dennis A. Cardone, DO, associate professor, Departments of Orthopedic Surgery, and Pediatrics, chief, Division of Primary Care Sports Medicine, explaining that the number of concussions in a short period and the patient’s symptoms are more critical than the total number of concussions, and adding that “subconcussive blows” are more concerning than the number of concussions.
NBC News Now-2 (9/16) Shae Datta, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Neurology, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, said, “Multiple concussions can lead to basically a brain injury that has far-reaching effects, like post-traumatic migraines, memory loss, mood issues, balance issues, and they can be far-reaching in terms of whatever you have underlying [conditions you have] that [it can make] worse.”
The Weight Loss Hacks That Claim To Work Like Ozempic. (New York Times)
The New York Times (9/17) A new weight loss pill by Kourtney Kardashian’s supplement company, Lemme, joins a growing list of products claiming to offer quick and dramatic weight loss similar to Ozempic, though there is no evidence these products match prescription weight loss drugs; Melanie R. Jay, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, and Department of Population Health, expressed concern about patients opting for these unverified supplements, saying, “You want to believe that things are easy and are going to help and, hey, maybe they won’t hurt,” but adding, “it does hurt if you live paycheck to paycheck, and now you’re spending $70 a month.”
Microplastics Found In Nose Tissue At Base Of Brain, Study Says. (CNN)
CNN (9/16) Microplastics and fibers have been found in the olfactory bulbs of human cadavers, raising concerns about their potential to translocate to other brain regions, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open; Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, professor, Department of Population Health, and vice chair, research, Department of Pediatrics, advises reducing plastic use by opting for stainless steel and glass containers, avoiding microwaving food in plastic, and checking recycling codes to avoid phthalates, as these chemicals are known hormone disruptors.
Pregnancy Overhauls The Brain. Here’s What That Looks Like. (Science News)
Science News (9/16) A study published in Nature Neuroscience offers a comprehensive view of neural changes in a woman’s brain before, during, and after pregnancy, revealing significant alterations that persist months post-birth; Clare McCormack, PhD, research assistant professor, Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, remarked, “Here we see, for the first time in humans, the extent of brain changes that are under way throughout pregnancy.”
First Successful Human Eye Transplant Performed. (Giant Freakin Robot)
Giant Freakin Robot (9/16) Surgeons at NYU Langone Health, led by Eduardo D. Rodriguez, MD, DDS, the Helen L. Kimmel Professor of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, chair, the Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, have completed the world’s first human eye transplant on lineman Aaron James, who sustained severe on-the-job injuries; while the transplanted eye, which has maintained normal pressure and blood flow, cannot restore James’ vision due to optic nerve damage, the procedure marks a significant medical breakthrough, with the team having practiced on 15 cadavers and utilized innovative techniques such as 3-D-printed guides to ensure precise alignment of nerves and blood vessels.
NYU Langone Health Physician Discusses Improving Health Through Better Eating. (KCOY-TV Santa Barbara (CA))
KCOY-TV (9/16) Stella S. Yi, MPH, PhD, associate professor, Department of Population Health, addresses the misconception that Asian Americans are inherently healthy, explaining that “Asian Americans are at equivalent risk for conditions as other ethnic groups” despite having the lowest obesity prevalence, and she collaborates with Brooklyn Grange to provide culturally appropriate produce to improve the health of Chinese Americans in Brooklyn.
5 Little Things GI Docs Do Each Day For Better Gut Health. (SELF Magazine)
SELF Magazine (9/16) Lisa Ganjhu, DO, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, advises starting the day with a protein-rich breakfast to maintain energy levels and stabilize blood sugar, explaining, “I like to think of our body as like a car. You want to start the day with a full tank of gas.”
Stop Feeling So Guilty About Not Stretching After Every Single Workout You Do (Science Says It’s Fine). (Well and Good)
Well and Good (9/16) Heather Milton, MS, clinical exercise physiologist, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sports Performance Center, explains that dynamic stretches, such as shoulder circles or leg swings, are performed as part of a warmup to ensure full range of motion for activities, while static stretches, like reaching down to touch your toes, aim to maintain or increase long-term flexibility.
‘I’m A Dietitian Who Lost Almost 50 Lbs. On A Weight Loss Drug. Here’s Why It’s Not The Easy Way Out.’ (Women's Health)
Women’s Health (9/16) The FDA indicates that the potential harm of Mounjaro during pregnancy is unknown, though animal studies suggest it could cause birth defects and pose risks to the fetus; Holly F. Lofton, MD, clinical associate professor, Departments of Surgery, Division of Bariatric Surgery, and Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, advises, “In the prescribing label for all GLP-1s, it is recommended that patients discontinue them two months prior to plan conception.”
Consumer Reports: FDA Study Finds Lead, Arsenic In ‘Organic’ Tampons. (WDIV-TV Detroit)
WDIV-TV Detroit (9/16) A study has found toxic metals such as arsenic, lead, and cadmium in various tampon brands, sparking concerns about their safety; even tampons labeled “organic” were not exempt from these contaminants, with lead linked to severe health problems and arsenic being a known carcinogen, according to Consumer Reports, and Sasha Hernandez, MD, clinical assistant professor, Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Population Health, commented, “The vagina tissue is different from other tissue, and it’s more absorptive, but this study did not look at absorption rates.”
When Is The Best Time To Get A Flu Shot? (TODAY)
TODAY (9/16) The CDC recommends everyone six months and older get a flu shot, and Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, shares essential information about this year’s vaccine as TODAY’s Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Sheinelle Jones demonstrate the quick and easy vaccination process.
