News from NYU Langone Health
Oncologist Discusses The Challenges Of Detecting Breast Cancer. (ABC)
(10/4) Elizabeth Comen, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, discussed the challenges of detecting breast cancer in women with dense breasts, which affects 40% to 50% of women, explaining that additional imaging such as breast ultrasound or MRI may be necessary alongside mammograms; she stressed the importance of women advocating for their healthcare, particularly in light of misinformation on social media, and emphasized the need for early detection and investment in legitimate scientific research to improve women’s healthcare.
5 Steps to Solve (Almost) Any Problem. (New York Times)
ճ (10/3) Sudeepta Varma, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, suggests gathering information to form a “good-enough” plan to solve a problem by asking questions such as “What will I have to do to solve this problem?” and “What is the cost of my indecision?”
Child Loss Leads To Change. (Long Island (NY) Herald)
ճ (10/3) The Brescia family, supported by NYU Langone Hospital―Long Island, faced the tragic loss of their son Jason Michael Brescia Jr., who was born prematurely with the rare disorder infantile liver failure syndrome (ILFS-1) and passed away after eight weeks; in his memory, they established the Jason Michael Brescia Foundation, which recently donated $250,000 to Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory for ILFS-1 research, aiming to prevent similar family tragedies and promote broader genetic testing for rare diseases, while also creating a memorial scholarship at Kellenberg Memorial High School to support students pursuing science or medicine.
Use The October Theory To Help With Weight Loss. (KTLA-TV Los Angeles)
(10/3) Holly F. Lofton, MD, clinical associate professor, Departments of Surgery, Division of Bariatric Surgery, and Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, suggested that October may be the optimal time to start a weight loss drug, combined with exercise and a healthier diet, due to what is referred to as the “October theory,” which is particularly relevant for those who did not achieve their desired weight loss before summer and wish to end the year positively, especially before the holiday season’s tendency for overeating.
Eye Drop Allows Nearsighted Persons To Read Without Glasses. (WWOR-TV New York)
(10/5) A new type of eye drop, which shrinks the pupil to improve near vision, has shown promising results, allowing hundreds of patients overseas to read small print within an hour, with some maintaining this improvement for over a year; Robert C. Cykiert, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, said this kind of treatment could be life changing for people who dislike wearing or losing their reading glasses, but cautioned that more research is needed to assess long-term safety and effectiveness, and most insurance plans do not cover these drops.
CDC Reports 19th Cruise Ship Norovirus Outbreak This Year, Affecting Passengers And Crew. (Fox News)
(10/2) A norovirus outbreak on Royal Caribbean International’s Serenade of the Seas, traveling from San Diego to Miami, has sickened nearly 100 people, with Scott A. Weisenberg, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases and Immunology, saying, “The virus spreads easily, as surfaces get contaminated by the touch of an infected person or through the air,” adding, “Close living environments provide lots of opportunities for spread once a norovirus outbreak has started.”
Want Fewer Morning Aches? You Might Need To Change The Way You Sleep. (WKAR-FM East Lansing (MI))
East Lansing, MI (10/5) Charla R. Fischer, MD, professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, chief of orthopedics, Tisch Hospital and Kimmel Pavilion, Spine Center, advises consulting a medical professional for persistent morning spine pain and suggests basic remedies like anti-inflammatory medication, massage, and hot showers for relief.
Doctors Warn These Are The Worst Things To Do During Cold & Flu Season. (iHeartRadio)
(10/3) Andrew B. Fleming, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases and Immunology, NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island, emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong immune system to prevent infections, saying, “A well-maintained immune system can halt these viruses before an infection sets in.”
Depo-Provera Risks And Racial Disparity: As Brain Tumor Lawsuits Mount, Critics Recall History Of Targeting Black Women. (Black Enterprise)
(10/3) “Despite these findings, physicians underscore that the total risk of developing meningioma remains statistically low – about 39,000 cases are diagnosed annually in the U.S,” with Colleen Denny, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, pointing “out to NBC News that Depo-Provera reduces the risk of uterine cancer, a more common threat.”
Dermatologists Reveal The 6 Most Common Causes Of Hair Thinning – And What You Can Do To Address Each. (Women's Health)
(10/3) Kristen Lo Sicco, MD, associate professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, chief, service and director, Skin and Cancer Unit, identifies stress – both physiological and emotional – as a key factor in hair loss, specifically telogen effluvium, and advises consulting a dermatologist if the condition persists beyond six months.
11 Expert-Backed Tips For Making Your Daily Walk More Fun. (Prevention Magazine)
(10/3) Rachel L. Goldman, PhD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, said, “Because of the powerful mind-body connection, walking is like pressing the restart button,” adding that “just changing environments amplifies the mood-lifting benefits.”
12 Surprisingly Easy Ways To Improve Your Memory. (Real Simple)
(10/4) Shae Datta, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Neurology, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, said, “Mnemonics like songs or acronyms, and other memory tricks group things to improve information recall and retention.”
