News from NYU Langone Health
Ouch, I’ve Got A Crick! Neck Pain 101. (NPR)
(8/21) In a recent episode of NPR’s LIFE KIT, orthopedic spine surgeon Charla R. Fischer, MD, associate professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, discussed the prevalence and causes of neck pain, emphasizing the interconnectedness of muscles and bones that can lead to compensatory pain and headaches, as well as exploring various strategies for managing and preventing neck pain, such as maintaining strong posture, optimizing sleep posture, and incorporating strength and mobility exercises.
Knee Damage Increasingly Found In Young Adults, With Expert Revealing Two Key Reasons. (New York Post)
The (9/7) Knee pain is increasingly affecting younger individuals due to high-intensity sports and elevated BMI, with a 240% rise in knee replacements among 45 to 64-year-olds from 2000 to 2017, according to the Department of Health and Human Services; Ran Schwarzkopf, MD, the Julia Flesher Koch Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, attributes increased knee issues to higher BMI, saying, “ patients who are obese and have a high BMI, it’s a high load on their joints,” while advocating for weight management, muscle strengthening, and proper orthopedic care to prevent or manage knee pain without resorting to knee replacements at a young age.
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How To Prepare For The 2025 Fall Allergy Season. (TODAY)
(9/5) “Purvi S. Parikh, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, and Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Allergy and Immunology, joins Saturday TODAY to share how you can find relief during the fall 2025 allergy season, when you should see a doctor and more.”
Could Organ Transplants Really Help You Live To 150? Experts Weigh In. (National Geographic)
(9/7) During a recent meeting in Beijing, Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin discussed the potential for organ transplants and biotechnology to extend human life, with Xi suggesting humans might live to 150 years; however, Art Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics, Department of Population Health, Division of Medical Ethics, countered that organ transplants are not a path to immortality due to risks like organ rejection and the limitations of current medical technology.
5 Things To Know ѵ Eye Care For Children In School. (American Journal of Managed Care)
The (9/5) As children return to school, concerns about eye health due to increased screen time are being addressed by experts, including Douglas Lazzaro, MD, MBA, professor, Department of Ophthalmology, vice chair, Clinical Affairs and Business Development, who said that prolonged use of digital devices could contribute to rising myopia rates globally, recommending breaks from screen time and outdoor activities to support eye development; he also advocated for annual eye exams, sharing that a screening program he initiated in Coney Island revealed that 30% to 40% of children needed glasses, underscoring the importance of regular eye care to prevent potential learning issues related to vision problems.
A Rare Nurse Role That Is Eliminating Hospital Pain Points. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(9/5) Nurse scientists, a growing presence in hospitals, are addressing operational and patient care challenges by leading research and mentoring bedside nurses, as seen at NYU Langone Health, which employs three nurse scientists focusing on supporting frontline providers in their specialties, such as Kathleen Evanovich Zavotsky , PhD, RN, CCRN, CEN, ACNS-BC, FAEN, FCNS, System Senior Director, Nursing Research and Program Evaluation, who focuses on emergency department research, advancing a culture of inquiry; the system also offers a Nursing Science Fellowship to develop nurses into skilled researchers, with recent projects including the “forever heart” initiative, which empowered healthcare professionals and provided meaningful mementos for families during end-of-life care.
The Pitt Season 1 Scene Gets A Shockingly High Accuracy Score From Medical Expert. (Screen Rant)
(9/6) Reed Caldwell, MD, clinical associate professor, chief of service, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Emergency Medicine, praised the realism of a storyline from HBO Max’s The Pitt, where a patient’s children initially insist on treatment despite a do not resuscitate order, saying, “I try and really move away from paperwork and legality and really move into a role of partnership with patients and their families,” and rated the scene a perfect 10 out of 10 for accuracy, noting the depiction of end-of-life breathing and use of glycopyrrolate to manage secretions.
The No.1 Ozempic Side Effect. (Best Life)
(9/6) Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are associated with side effects such as saggy skin, which can persist after discontinuation, as described by Holly F. Lofton, MD, clinical associate professor, Departments of Surgery, Division of Bariatric Surgery, and Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, who said that skin tends to sag due to gravity following rapid weight loss; this has led to an increase in skin-tightening surgeries such as breast lifts and tummy tucks, which rose by 30% and 37% respectively from 2019 to 2022.
Complaints ѵ Deepfake AI Videos More Than Doubled This Year, FBI Says. Here Are Warnings From Experts. (CBS News New York)
(9/7) Rachel L. Goldman, PhD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, has been targeted by AI-generated deepfake videos falsely endorsing “the pink salt diet,” leading to public confusion and financial loss for some individuals who believed the manipulated content; Dr. Goldman said, “I want them to know, do not purchase this. It is not something real that I’m endorsing. It is fake.”
Are The Sunday Scaries Ruining Your Weekends? Here’s How To Cope. (Philly (PA) Voice)
(9/5) Susanne Cooperman, PhD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, said, “There’s nothing wrong with a person if they feel sad that the weekend is over,” but advised seeking help if the Sunday scaries, a common phenomenon involving anxiety and dread as Monday approaches, interfere with functioning, such as affecting sleep, focus, or leading to substance use.
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
What To Do If Antihistamines Stop Working For A Hives Rash. (Everyday Health)
(9/5) Nicole Weiler, MD, clinical assistant professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, said that while over-the-counter antihistamines often provide relief for hives, their effectiveness may vary, necessitating alternative treatments such as H2 blockers, corticosteroids, or biologics like omalizumab and dupilumab, especially when hives are chronic or resistant to initial treatments; lifestyle changes, including avoiding allergens and managing stress, can also aid in reducing hives’ frequency and severity, but are typically supplementary to medication.
6 Surprising Chronic Hives Causes To Know ѵ. (Everyday Health)
(9/5) Chronic hives, lasting over six weeks, can be caused by various factors beyond common allergens, such as autoimmune diseases, exercise, water exposure, sunlight, gastrointestinal infections, and vibration, according to Nicole Weiler, MD, clinical assistant professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, who said, “There are some rare conditions with urticaria that may be challenging to diagnose at first, but knowing some of the more surprising and uncommon causes could help to pinpoint what’s going on.”
