News from NYU Langone Health
Why is your heart suddenly racing? A cardiologist explains
New York Post
Sunil Rao, MD, cardiologist and director of the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology at NYU Langone Health, explains the potential causes of a racing heart. He discusses what can cause a heart rate to spike and when it is necessary to seek medical attention. Dr. Rao also details the difficulty in distinguishing between a panic attack and a heart attack, and provides guidance on what actions to take when uncertain about the symptoms.
9/21/2026
Will Jayden Daniels need elbow surgery? Experts explain 'unusual' reinjury
USA Today
Orthopedic surgeons are discussing treatment options for Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels after he dislocated his left elbow for a second time. Laith Jazrawi, MD, chief of sports medicine and director of the sports medicine fellowship program at NYU Langone Health, commented that the recurrence makes the decision complex. He explained that since it is Daniels' non-throwing arm, options could include wearing a brace to finish the season and then having surgery. Jazrawi added that after two dislocations, surgically stabilizing the elbow will likely be a significant part of the discussion to prevent future incidents.
Also reporting was: AOL, Yahoo Sports
9/22/2026
What's next for Jayden Daniels, Commanders after elbow injury?
ESPN
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels re-injured his dislocated left elbow, raising questions about his durability. In general commentary on such injuries, Chetan Gohal, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center, explained that a second dislocation could mean unstable ligaments. He noted that if a patient's elbow is unstable, surgery might be warranted to repair or reconstruct the ligaments to reduce the chance of recurrence. The specialists will determine the stability of Daniels' elbow to decide the next steps.
Also reporting was: MSN
9/21/2026
What is Yankees’ Aaron Judge facing? Surgeon weighs in on possible return, calf re-injury risk
NJ.com
Regarding New York Yankees player Aaron Judge's recent right calf strain, Spencer Stein, MD, a sports orthopedic surgeon at NYU Langone Health, provides expert orthopedic commentary. He states that a best-case return for a mild strain is three weeks but warns against rushing back due to a high risk of re-injury, noting studies show up to a 50 percent chance of recurrence for such injuries. Stein advises a stepwise return to sports to ensure strength and flexibility are adequate, stressing that the soleus muscle is critical for push-off and is under significant force during baseball.
9/21/2026
The simple daily habit that can boost your longevity, recommended by a doctor
Health
Choosing to take the stairs can boost longevity by increasing physical activity and lowering the risk of heart disease and premature death. According to Haris Vakil, MD, of Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, stair climbing strengthens the heart, muscles, and bones. Guillem Gonzalez-Lomas, MD, a sports orthopedic surgeon at NYU Langone Health, explains that living longer results from many small, active decisions. He adds that using stairs is an accessible strategy that improves metabolic and hormonal processes, such as optimizing glucose control, and advises people to start gradually.
9/21/2026
Xenon submits New Drug Application for Azetukalner as treatment for focal seizures
NeurologyLive
Xenon Pharmaceuticals has submitted a New Drug Application to the FDA for its drug azetukalner as an adjunctive treatment for focal seizures in adults. The submission is based on positive data from a phase 3 trial showing the drug significantly reduced monthly seizure frequency versus a placebo. Jacqueline A. 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, and chair of the trial’s steering committee, commented that the data reinforces the value that azetukalner and its unique KV7 mechanism may bring to the treatment options for focal seizures.
9/21/2026
CDC’s teen behavior report focuses on nutrition, downplays sex and substance use
NBC News
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report on its 2025 Youth Risk Behavior Survey highlights improvements in teen health, focusing on increased sports participation and healthier eating habits. The report shows a decline in high schoolers experiencing persistent sadness or hopelessness, down to 43% from 53% in 2023. Commenting on the findings, Aaron Reliford, MD, clinical director of the Child Study Center and vice chair of clinical affairs in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, supported the focus on physical health and nutrition, stating that getting teens more active and off their phones, combined with good nutrition, can benefit overall mental health.
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9/21/2026
Young mom with stage 4 colon cancer gets encouraging news after grueling battle
Staten Island Advance
Heather Candrilli, a 37-year-old mother with stage 4 colon cancer, has received positive news, with recent scans showing no evidence of disease recurrence after undergoing chemotherapy at NYU Langone Health. Her diagnosis was delayed for years due to insurance barriers for patients under 45. The case has highlighted the need for earlier colorectal cancer screenings, with New York State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton co-authoring a bill to require insurance coverage for screenings starting at age 35. Candrilli's husband, Cory, continues to advocate for change as cases among young adults rise.
9/21/2026
1,500 New Yorkers gather for Health Empowerment Celebration
BK Reader
RaisingHealth Partners, a Brooklyn-based nonprofit, collaborated with over 50 organizations, including NYU Langone Health, to host its 11th annual Health Empowerment Celebration in Sunset Park. The event on September 21 attracted 1,500 participants and provided a range of services from preventive health screenings to mental health resources. A food pantry distributed over 5,000 bags of food to more than 350 families. Other partners included the Chinese American Nurses Association and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The celebration aimed to support the health and well-being of immigrant New Yorkers.
9/21/2026
NYU Langone study links calorie intake and mutation rate in mice
Washington Square News
Researchers at NYU Langone Health discovered that mice on a calorie-restricted diet developed fewer DNA mutations, suggesting a potential foundation for reducing rates of common diseases and cancers in humans. The study, published in the journal *Cell*, found that a 30% caloric restriction led to fewer mutations in mice's kidneys, livers, and brain cells. Marta Grońska-Pęski, a postdoctoral fellow at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, noted the diet is too extreme for human replication. Lead researcher Gilad Evrony, the Jacob D. Goldfield Associate Professor of Pediatrics and associate professor of Neuroscience at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, stated the long-term goal is finding other ways to reduce mutation rates in people.
9/21/2026
Using intrathecal dendritic cells for leptomeningeal disease from breast cancer
ONCOLOGY journal
Peter Forsyth, MD, of Moffitt Cancer Center, discussed a phase 1 trial evaluating the intrathecal delivery of dendritic cells for patients with breast cancer and leptomeningeal disease. The study found the treatment was safe at a de-escalated dose and induced an immune response. Forsyth also highlighted other key trials, including one at Memorial Sloan Kettering and another led by Jonathan Yang, MD, PhD, radiation oncologist, co-director of the Brain and Spine Tumor Center, and vice chair for research in NYU Langone's Department of Radiation Oncology. This research combines proton craniospinal radiation with DNA repair inhibitors.
9/21/2026
What the latest HIV outbreak data really means
Blavity
A report on the global state of HIV highlights a public health emergency in Fiji due to a surge in cases. The article details the virus's transmission, health risks, and treatments like antiretroviral therapy. Commenting on HIV in the United States, Marc Siegel, MD, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, noted that racial disparities persist, with higher incidence among Black and Latino populations, which he connects to poverty and distrust of the medical establishment.
Also reporting was: Yahoo Health
9/21/2026
AI still has serious weaknesses in recognising shapes, research shows
Yahoo Tech
Research led at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine shows that modern artificial intelligence programs perform significantly worse than human observers in perceiving overall shapes and outlines. A team led by principal investigator Biyu J. He, PhD, associate professor in the Departments of Neurology, Neuroscience, and Radiology, found that AI algorithms prioritize local details and textures over an object's holistic silhouette. The findings, published in iScience, are significant for AI applications such as autonomous driving and robotics, which require reliable judgments in low-visibility conditions where shape recognition is critical.
Also reporting was: MSN
9/21/2026
What a Trump order to put political appointees in charge of NIH funding would mean for science
Scientific American
Scientists and advocates are warning that President Donald Trump’s reported plan to establish a committee to oversee and potentially veto scientific grants from the National Institutes of Health would undermine US science. The proposal would overhaul how federal money is allocated. Arthur Caplan, PhD, an emeritus professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, stated that the NIH has historically followed a “gold-standard” practice of independent peer review. He characterized the proposed oversight board as a “very, very dangerous and bad idea” likely intended to impose a political agenda on the process.
9/21/2026
