News from NYU Langone Health
New Study Links Gut Makeup to Celiac Disease Pathogenesis
MedCentral
Specific genetic architecture in the gut microbial ecosystem can shape microbial composition in ways that are potentially relevant to the pathogenesis of celiac disease, according to a Trøndelag Health genome-wide association (HUNT-GWAS) study, published this month in Nature Genetics. Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, Director, Outcomes Research, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Langone Health, said these associations inform clinicians that the symptoms, severity, and treatment response of celiac disease in individuals with a genetic predisposition may be determined by host-microbiota. “While this does not have direct clinical implications, it advances our ability to diagnose and manage celiac disease and may enable the use of the microbiome as a surrogate in the future through additional studies,” added Dr. Shaukat, who was not involved in the study.
2/24/2026
5 ways to preserve your vision as you age, according to an ophthalmologist
Yahoo Health
Vaidehi S. Dedania, MD, associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at NYU Langone Health, outlines five ways to preserve vision and reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). She advises that while genetics and aging are main risk factors, lifestyle changes can significantly impact the disease's progression. Key recommendations include quitting smoking, adopting a healthy diet like the Mediterranean diet, and regular exercise. Dr. Dedania also notes the benefits of AREDS2 supplements for those in intermediate or late stages of AMD and stresses the importance of regular eye exams for individuals over 50 for early detection.
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2/24/2026
What ADHD Looks Like in Older Adults
HealthCentral
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder can be newly diagnosed in older adults, as increased awareness leads to it being identified later in life. According to Samoon Ahmad, MD, clinical professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, symptoms may become apparent in adulthood once childhood support systems are gone. He notes that ADHD in older adults often involves disorganization, forgetfulness, and restlessness, and that these behaviors are distinguishable from age-related changes because they have been present for most of a person's life. Ahmad also comments on the higher potential for stimulant misuse among adults.
2/24/2026
New York Family
To help children adjust to Daylight Saving Time, Ayala Wegman, MD, a pediatrician at NYU Langone Global Pediatrics, recommends making gradual changes. For several days before the clocks change, parents should adjust bedtime 15-20 minutes earlier each night and shift wind-down routines accordingly. Waking children up earlier in similar increments can also ease the transition. Dr. Wegman advises avoiding screens for at least an hour before bed and maximizing time in natural light on Sunday morning to help reset internal clocks, even on cloudy days.
2/24/2026
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Your Health: Why OSA Is a Diabetes and Heart Health Risk
Everyday Health
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and dementia by putting long-term strain on the body. According to Priya Jaisinghani, MD, clinical assistant professor in the Holman Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Metabolism at NYU Langone Health, sleep apnea causes repetitive physiological stress that accelerates cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurological disease. The condition disrupts hormones controlling hunger and satiety, making weight management more difficult and raising the risk of type 2 diabetes. Treatments like CPAP therapy and medications such as tirzepatide can reduce these chronic disease risks.
Also reporting was: MSN
2/24/2026
