NYU Langone and NYU Grossman in the News
Teen shares the impact taking a GLP-1 drug has on his daily life
Good Morning America
A recent study from NYU Langone Health found that prescriptions for the GLP-1 drug Wegovy for children rose 310% from 2019 to 2026. The article highlights the experience of a teenage patient treated in the Adolescent Healthy Weight Program at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone. Emily Breidbart, MD, a pediatric endocrinologist at Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone, commented on the case. She emphasized that while medications are not for every overweight child, it is crucial for families to consult with an experienced professional and have a strong support system.
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10/20/2026
Yahoo Sports
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was placed on injured reserve after a blood clot that began in his calf moved into the deep veins and spread to his lungs. Offering general expertise on the condition, Thomas Maldonado, MD, director of the Aortic Center at NYU Langone Health and the Schwartz Buckley Professor of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, explained that a clot in a superficial vein can spill into the deep vein system. The standard treatment involves blood-thinning medication for three to six months, which prevents participation in contact sports due to the high risk of severe bleeding from an injury.
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10/20/2026
Selena Gomez claims vaping changed the sound of her voice
FOX 5 Health News
Rabia A. De Latour, MD, associate professor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, discusses recent reports regarding Selena Gomez and how vaping can alter a person's voice. Dr. De Latour explains that the noxious chemicals and aerosolized mist from e-cigarettes directly hit laryngeal tissues and vocal cords, causing dehydration, inflammation, and chronic laryngitis. While much of the current data relies on survey and lab findings since e-cigarettes are relatively new, she warns that chronic inflammation damages vocal cord tissue and that prolonged use can lead to voice changes that may sometimes be irreversible.
10/20/2026
Selena Gomez just revealed the surprising reason her voice has changed so much over the years
NJ.com
Following singer Selena Gomez's statement about her voice changing due to vaping, an expert from NYU Langone’s Voice Center offered commentary. Paul E. Kwak, MD, otolaryngologist at NYU Langone’s Voice Center, explained that a vape's hot, dry air has an inflammatory and drying effect on the larynx and vocal cords. Kwak noted that this dryness and inflammation requires more effort to speak, leading to muscle tension and strain that can alter vocal mechanics and the sound of one's voice.
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10/20/2026
Up to 20% of MS diagnoses are wrong. Here's what doctors say patients should know.
CBS News
Up to 20% of multiple sclerosis diagnoses may be incorrect, according to experts commenting on actor Christina Applegate's recent announcement of a misdiagnosis. Researchers say misinterpretations of brain lesions, which can be caused by other conditions, are a common source of error. Josef M. Gutman, MD, director of NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island's Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center, noted that MS is difficult to diagnose because it relies on a combination of patient history, imaging, and spinal fluid analysis, rather than a single definitive test. New, more specific diagnostic criteria were published in 2025 to help reduce these misdiagnoses.
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10/20/2026
Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS—it happens more than you might think
Scientific American
Actress Christina Applegate revealed she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis, highlighting an issue experts say is not uncommon. Diagnosing MS is complex because its symptoms can overlap with other conditions, and research shows misdiagnosis rates around 15 percent. Commenting on the topic, Thomas A. Flagiello, MD, a neurologist at NYU Langone Health, states that while misdiagnosis happens, the majority of cases are correctly diagnosed. He notes that rates can appear higher in patient referral centers where complex cases are evaluated. New diagnostic guidelines are expected to help reduce misdiagnoses in the future.
10/20/2026
South Florida is pivoting from tourism to national biz hub
Kansas City Star
South Florida is transforming from a tourism-based economy into a national business hub, attracting major investments in education, finance, and healthcare. Alongside new campuses for Carnegie Mellon and Vanderbilt universities, several leading healthcare providers are expanding in the region. The article highlights that NYU Langone Health is scheduled to unveil a new eight-story medical tower in downtown West Palm Beach this year. This development is part of a broader trend that includes new facilities from Cleveland Clinic, Boston Children's Hospital, and Mass General Brigham, solidifying the area's reputation as a center for innovation and top-tier services.
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10/20/2026
This specific hobby might ease your depression, new study finds
Women's Health
A recent study in Psychological Medicine suggests that salsa dancing can help alleviate symptoms of depression and social anxiety. Researchers found that a weekly, eight-week salsa dance class led to a clinically meaningful drop in depression symptoms among participants aged 18 to 24. Commenting on the findings, Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, explains that salsa dancing acts as a form of behavioral activation. She adds that a structured class can reduce decision fatigue by providing a set plan, rather than requiring individuals to decide what to do each week.
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10/20/2026
Live Science
A small trial suggests that transcranial ultrasound stimulation can help counter delusions in people with schizophrenia. Research from NYU Grossman School of Medicine found that a single 10-minute session targeting a deep brain circuit reduced the severity of delusions for at least one week. Study co-author Donald C. Goff, MD, the Marvin Stern Professor of Psychiatry and vice chair for research in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, called the results exciting but noted they require verification in larger trials. Additional contributors included Shy Shoham, PhD, professor of ophthalmology and neuroscience at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Wei Qi, MD, PhD, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
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10/20/2026
Are your panty liners safe? Behind the carefree chemical lawsuit
Blavity
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Edgewell Personal Care, the maker of Carefree panty liners, for allegedly failing to disclose the presence of 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) in its products. The lawsuit claims prolonged use exposed consumers to significant health risks, including cancer and reproductive issues. According to Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, PFAS exposure in women has been associated with delayed puberty and increased risk for endometriosis, PCOS, and breast cancer, which supports the adverse effects the chemicals have on the female reproductive system.
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10/20/2026
Aol
A study by a research team at NYU Langone Health, published in the journal Pediatrics, found that prescriptions for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for children aged eight to 11 with obesity increased 310-fold between 2019 and June 2026. Despite the dramatic rise, only 0.6% of the over 3.5 million children in the study received a prescription. The research indicated that 93.7% of children who received the medications had severe obesity. The team also highlighted disparities, finding children from higher-income communities were 55% more likely to receive the drugs, raising concerns about equitable access to treatment.
10/20/2026
Medical Daily
A study in JAMA Network Open by researchers from Columbia University and NYU Grossman School of Medicine found a link between initial opioid dosage for back pain and later opioid use disorder. Analyzing nearly 400,000 Medicaid adults, the study revealed that starting treatment with opioid doses above 50 milligrams of morphine equivalent per day was associated with a 146.6% higher relative risk of opioid use disorder or overdose. In contrast, chiropractic care and physical therapy were linked to a roughly 32% lower risk. The authors note the study is observational, establishing an association not causation.
10/20/2026
Novel blood test detects lung cancer traces long before scans
Medical Xpress
A study shows a blood test can reliably detect traces of non–small-cell lung cancer after treatment and long before tumors are visible on scans, accurately predicting relapse risk. Matija Snuderl, MD, director of molecular pathology and professor of pathology at NYU Langone Health, the study's lead investigator, explained that liquid biopsies are a critical tool to bridge the gap between treatment and recurrence. Co-lead investigator Harvey I. Pass, MD, the Stephen E. Banner Professor of Thoracic Oncology and professor of surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, noted the test's sensitivity is crucial for postoperative treatment decisions and personalizing intervention.
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10/20/2026
How the US organ transplant system works and what to ask to improve your chances
Newsday
An article explains the significant variation within the US organ transplant system, noting that patient proactivity can improve outcomes. According to Syed Ali Husain, MD, MPH, a kidney specialist at NYU Langone Health, patients who are denied at one center may be successfully transplanted at another. He notes there is about a 16-fold variation in how quickly a patient will get transplanted at one center versus another, partly because some surgeons have different levels of experience. The piece highlights the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) database as a tool for patients to compare centers.
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10/21/2026
Gabapentinoids nearly as risky as opioids in back pain study
Pain News Network
A study co-authored by researchers at NYU Langone Health found that gabapentinoids increase the risk of opioid use disorder or overdose nearly as much as opioids when prescribed for low back pain. Published in JAMA Network Open, the findings are based on an analysis of nearly 400,000 Medicaid patients. Lead author Lisa V. Doan, MD, associate professor of anesthesiology at NYU Langone’s Interdisciplinary Pain Research Program, noted that while often seen as safer alternatives, emerging evidence suggests significant safety concerns with gabapentinoids, for which there is limited evidence of effectiveness for low back pain.
10/20/2026
AI-powered ECG assessments may improve heart transplant rejection warnings
Cardiovascular Business
Researchers at NYU Langone Health have developed an artificial intelligence model to better predict heart transplant rejection and reduce the need for invasive biopsies. The model, which combines blood biomarkers with electrocardiogram recordings, accurately identified 97% of patients not experiencing rejection in a test group. According to senior author Lior Jankelson, MD, PhD, an associate professor in the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology in NYU Grossman School of Medicine’s Department of Medicine, this approach could help identify rejection earlier. The team plans to test the AI model in more patients at several transplant centers.
10/20/2026
Obesity linked to lower risk for mortality in dementia
Endocrinology Advisor
A study co-authored by Virginia W. Chang, MD, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, found that individuals with overweight or obesity when diagnosed with dementia have lower mortality rates compared to those with normal weight. Published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, the research showed that class I obesity at the time of diagnosis was associated with a significantly reduced risk for mortality. The findings suggest that weight status could serve as a useful prognostic signal for survival and highlight nutrition's importance for people with dementia.
10/20/2026
Preop caudal block in pediatric urologic surgery cuts opioid needs
Physician's Weekly
A study from NYU Langone Hospital–Long Island found that administering a preoperative caudal block in pediatric male patients undergoing urologic procedures significantly reduces the need for opioids. According to the research by a team including corresponding author Jordan Mendelson, MD, resident physician, the group receiving the block before surgery required substantially lower mean opioid doses compared to those who received it postoperatively. The findings suggest that preoperative administration should be the standard of care to decrease opioid utilization in this patient population.
10/20/2026
The $15bn ‘viral’ AI start-up changing how American doctors treat patients *
Financial Times
Nearly two-thirds of US doctors use OpenEvidence, now integrated at NYU Langone Health, says Paul A. Testa, MD, chief health informatics officer; Eric K. Oermann, MD, neurosurgeon, flags limited research into such AI tools’ performance.
10/21/2026
The ‘Barbie drug’ can be deadly
The Northwest Explorer
This article warns against melanotan, or the ‘Barbie drug,’ a synthetic peptide promoted on social media for tanning and weight loss. The product is not approved by the FDA and carries significant health risks including nausea, heart issues, and skin cancer. Deborah Sarnoff, MD, clinical professor of dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, states that melanotan II can cause new moles to develop or existing ones to change, making skin cancer detection more difficult. Health organizations advise a complete avoidance of the drug due to its potential for serious adverse effects.
10/20/2026
Celebrating the best businesses of Nassau County
Long Island Press
NYU Langone Health presented the 2026 Best of Nassau business awards contest, honoring winning companies at a gala on October 13. Ron Sliwinski, vice president for surgical services and cardiology at NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, expressed pride in sponsoring the event. He attended with colleagues including Charlie Catanzaro, MBA, administrative director for surgical services, who highlighted NYU Langone's commitment to patient care and technology. Areli Nunez, assistant director of ambulatory care in the Department of Surgery, and Samentha Regnier, practice manager for hyperbaric and wound care, also commented on the organization's focus on community and positive patient outcomes.
10/20/2026
I tried 'cognitive reshuffling,' the viral trick to fall back asleep faster
Men's Health
A cognitive behavioral therapy technique called cognitive reshuffling can help people fall asleep by serving as a mental distraction. According to Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, the technique is designed to interrupt repetitive, emotionally-loaded thinking that often keeps people awake. She explains that individuals deliberately direct their attention toward random, neutral thoughts to occupy the brain and interrupt worrying loops without being overly stimulating. This gives the mind a less activating place to go before sleep.
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10/20/2026
Are bad knees an inevitable part of aging? The latest science says no—here's the truth
Women's Health
The belief that knee pain is an unavoidable aspect of aging is inaccurate, according to expert commentary. Abigail L. Campbell, MD, sports orthopedic surgeon and the co-director of the Women's Sports Medicine Center at NYU Langone, explains that knee pain is driven more by movement patterns and physical activity levels than by age itself. Dr. Campbell notes that while cartilage thins and women may lose bone density, this doesn't guarantee pain. She emphasizes that the knee's biological age, influenced by genetics and prior injuries, is more significant than chronological age. Strength training is recommended as a key method for preventing discomfort.
10/20/2026
The AI tools health systems still won’t deploy
Becker's Hospital Review
Health systems are utilizing AI for administrative functions but are hesitant to deploy autonomous tools for clinical care, citing risks to patient safety and liability. Leaders from various health organizations emphasize keeping a human clinician in the loop for diagnosis and treatment. However, Paul A. Testa, MD, chief health informatics officer at NYU Langone Health, highlighted an emerging ethical issue, stating that society is nearing a point where removing a clinician from the process might be necessary to ensure higher quality outcomes from AI models.
10/20/2026
Genetic Literacy Project
A controversial hepatitis B vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau is proceeding with a $1.6 million CDC grant, despite being called 'unethical' by the World Health Organization. The study will withhold the birth dose from 7,000 newborns to test for potential negative side effects. The trial's approval process faced scrutiny after a university ethics committee reportedly voted under the pressure of an expiring funding deadline. Arthur Caplan, PhD, founding head of the medical ethics division at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and professor emeritus of population health, commented that the funds would be better spent vaccinating everyone in the country.
10/21/2026
How to treat thinning hair in women over 50: Three everyday habits worth swapping
Woman's World
An article on treating thinning hair in women over 50 features advice from Doris Day, MD, clinical professor in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU Langone Health. She identifies three common styling mistakes that contribute to hair loss. Day advises loosening ponytails to reduce follicle stress, replacing rubber bands with fabric-covered elastics to prevent breakage, and gently using a wide-toothed comb on wet hair, working from the ends upward, to protect fragile strands.
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10/20/2026
