News from NYU Langone Health
The Pregnancy Risk Almost No One Knows ѵ. (Washington Post)
The (9/4) Leonardo Trasande, MD, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, vice chair of research in the Department of Pediatrics, professor, Department of Population Health, described endocrine-disrupting chemicals as “one of the biggest global health threats of our time,” with phthalates, found in plastics and linked to health issues such as premature births and ADHD, posing particular risks to pregnant women and their children, while industry representatives maintain that some phthalates are safe and essential in medical devices; despite this, the FDA is working on an updated safety assessment, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists advises screening for environmental exposures.
Calf Injury May Limit Jets’ Quinnen Williams Early On. (New York Post)
The (9/3) “Dennis Cardone, DO, associate professor, Departments of Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatrics, chief, Division of Primary Care Sports Medicine, joins Brandon London to explain why the Jets were wise to hold their All-Pro defensive tackle Quinnen Williams out of training camp practices leading up to Gang Green’s Week 1 matchup against the Steelers.”
Who’s Responsible When Disasters Happen. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
The (9/4) In an opinion piece, Kelly R. McKinney, vice president of Emergency Management and Enterprise Resilience, writes that recent disasters, including those in Texas, Maui, and Ohio, underscore the critical need for effective crisis leadership, as complacency in government can lead to tragic outcomes; McKinney said that emergency managers are under-resourced and that leaders must act decisively and provide the necessary support to prevent disasters, as the responsibility for preparedness ultimately lies with individuals, not committees, to avoid the public paying the price.
Heart Disease Risk Grows For Adults With Severe Hidradenitis Suppurativa. (Healio)
(9/3) Adults with severe hidradenitis suppurativa have a higher risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, with findings from a study at NYU Langone Health, involving 1,045 patients, showing that severe cases are associated with a worse cardiometabolic profile, according to Michael S. Garshick, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, and the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, who said, “We wanted to understand the prevalence of some of these metabolic comorbidities in a large cohort of people with HS, as well as the relationship with HS disease severity,” adding the findings are “even more pertinent now because we are starting to explore how GLP-1 receptor agonists targeting metabolic dysregulation, whether it is obesity, metabolic syndrome or diabetes, can also modulate inflammatory conditions.”
NIH Study Finds Toddlers Exhibited Slightly Fewer Behavioral Problems During COVID-19 Pandemic. (Scienmag)
(9/3) A large-scale observational study by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Cohort Consortium, published in JAMA Network Open, reveals subtle decreases in emotional and behavioral challenges among toddlers assessed during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to those evaluated beforehand, with notable reductions in both internalizing and externalizing problem scores; Anahid Akbaryan, research associate, called for future research to identify “intrinsic protective mechanisms within the home environment.”
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6 Habits Neurologists Swear By To Keep Their Brains Sharp. (SELF Magazine)
(9/3) Neurologists recommend several habits to maintain cognitive health, including regular physical activity, which promotes neuroplasticity; Myrna I. Cardiel, MD, clinical professor, Departent of Neurology, advises aiming for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly and underscores the importance of a nutrient-rich diet, sleep, social connections, and regular healthcare checkups.
Imperative Care Receives Clearance From FDA For Symphony To Treat PE. (Medical Device Network)
(9/3) Imperative Care has obtained 510(k) clearance from the FDA for its Symphony thrombectomy system to treat pulmonary embolism, following the SYMPHONY-PE study led by Mount Sinai Health System and NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
Hospital Rankings: What To Know ѵ Them And Why They Matter. (Newsday (NY))
(9/4) NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and was also included in U.S. News & World Report’s national honor roll, highlighting its recognition among Long Island hospitals, while Healthgrades listed it among America’s 250 Best Hospitals in 2025.
