News from NYU Langone Health
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Following the death of 48-year-old actor James Van Der Beek from colorectal cancer, Elizabeth Comen, MD, a medical oncologist and director, Women's Health, Mignone Women's Health Collaborative at NYU Langone Health, discussed the rising rates of the disease among younger people. She emphasized the importance of early screening and awareness of symptoms. Dr. Coleman noted that common signs like a change in bowel habits, blood in the stool, or new fatigue should not be dismissed. She reiterated the current guidelines that screening should begin at age 45, or even earlier for those with a family history of colon cancer.
Rabia de Latour, MD, gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Health, also provided insights to on Van Der Beek's passing.
2/11/2026
WPIX-TV (New York, NY)
Rachel Goldman, PhD, psychologist and clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at NYU, discussed the new parenting term "velcro parenting." She described it as being deeply attached, both physically and emotionally, to a child, guiding them constantly rather than waiting for them to need help. While this can create a safe space and make a parent highly attuned to their child's needs, Dr. Goldman warned it can be harmful if it prevents a child from developing confidence and independence. She advised parents to find a balance, signaling "I'm here if you need me, but I also know you can do this."
2/10/2026
Columbus Ledger-Enquirer - NYT News Service/Syndicate Stories
Heating systems strip moisture from indoor air during winter, which can lead to irritated skin, parched throats, and dry nasal cavities, according to Erich P. Voigt, MD, director, Division of General Otolaryngology and Sleep Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery at NYU Langone Health. He notes that humidifiers can offer modest relief for these symptoms. Dr. Voigt adds that most of his patients in New York City experience dryness-related issues in the winter, regardless of outdoor humidity, because of indoor heating. The article also discusses the ideal indoor humidity level and proper humidifier maintenance.
2/09/2026
Today Headline
A study led by researchers at NYU Langone Health has identified the protein HOXD13 as a key driver of melanoma growth. The findings, published in *Â鶹ÊÓƵapp Discovery*, show that HOXD13 reactivates a developmental program that builds a tumor's blood supply while simultaneously suppressing immune cells. According to the team, including Eva Hernando-Monge, PhD, professor in the Department of Pathology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Pietro Berico, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and the Perlmutter Â鶹ÊÓƵapp Center, this discovery supports a new combination treatment approach for HOXD13-driven melanoma.
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2/10/2026
The Rheumatologist
A session at ACR Convergence 2025 presented a case-based approach to managing complex myositis cases. Alisa N. Femia, MD, associate professor in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and director of Inpatient Dermatology, discussed dermatomyositis treatment. She highlighted that intravenous immunoglobulin is effective for recalcitrant cutaneous disease and has a corticosteroid-sparing effect. Dr. Femia also pointed to promising results with newer agents, including tofacitinib and anifrolumab, and looked ahead to trials for drugs like dazukibart and brepocitinib, a TYK2 and JAK1 inhibitor, for treating the condition.
2/11/2026
All Nurses
A 2026 ranking of New York's best Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) programs features the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. The article highlights its 15-month program, known for high alumni salaries and placements in top NYC hospitals, with a 92% NCLEX-RN pass rate. The ranking also identifies NYU Langone Health as one of the top-paying health systems for nurses in the state. Other institutions mentioned in the rankings include Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing, while Northwell Health and New York-Presbyterian were also noted as top employers.
2/11/2026
WTOP-FM (Washington, DC)
An article discussing 12 potentially fatal autoimmune diseases notes that while many are manageable, some can decrease life expectancy without proper treatment. The piece quotes Sujata Thawani, MD, MPH, assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at NYU Langone Health, regarding myasthenia gravis. She explains that the condition can put patients at risk for other autoimmune diseases but notes that most people with it can have a normal life expectancy, with a mortality rate of less than 5%. The article also covers conditions like lupus, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis, detailing their symptoms and treatments.
2/11/2026
Women's Health
Wearing the correct sneakers for specific workouts is crucial for performance and form, according to Heather Milton, MS, RCEP, CSCS, senior exercise physiologist supervisor at NYU Langone’s Sports Performance Center. She explains that running shoes, with their heel lift and curved sole, are designed to roll the foot forward, which can disrupt balance and muscle activation during exercises like squats. For workouts combining cardio and strength, or for short runs under three miles, hybrid sneakers can be a suitable option. However, specialized shoes are recommended for dedicated runners or weightlifters to prevent injury and maximize results.
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2/11/2026
New York Post
Dennis A. Cardone, DO, a sports orthopedic surgeon with NYU Langone Orthopedics and chief, Division of Primary Care Sports Medicine, joins Brandon London for the weekly Injury Report segment to explain the hamate bone injury that led Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor to getting surgery.
2/11/2026
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A Johns Hopkins Medicine study reports that the gene KLF5 fuels the growth of spreading pancreatic cancers through epigenetic alterations rather than DNA mutations. Researchers found KLF5 had the greatest effect on promoting the growth and invasion of metastatic cells, suggesting treatments may not need to completely shut down the gene to be effective. Additional scientists who contributed to the study include Anirban Maitra, MD, director of the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Â鶹ÊÓƵapp Center at NYU Langone, and Jimin Min, interim member of the faculty, Department of Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
2/10/2026
The Independent (US)
A new report from the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg Public Policy Center shows a decline in the number of Americans who view flu and measles vaccines as safe. The article connects this trend to statements from public officials, noting that Celine R. Gounder, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine at NYU Langone Health, wrote that Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. misrepresented the science he cited to question vaccine safety. The survey found perceived safety for the MMR vaccine is down by three percent, and for the seasonal flu vaccine, it has fallen to 80 percent.
2/11/2026
Medscape
In a commentary, Art Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, expresses concern about the weakening of vaccination policies at the state level. He highlights legislative changes in Pennsylvania, Florida, and West Virginia that expand exemptions and ban mandates for COVID-19 and childhood vaccines. Caplan warns this is leading to an uptick in preventable diseases like measles. He argues that individual liberty does not extend to endangering vulnerable populations and urges healthcare providers to reinforce the message that vaccines are safe and crucial for all ages.
2/11/2026
Becker's Hospital Review
Forbes has named 56 hospitals and health systems to its 11th annual list of America’s Best Large Employers. The publication partnered with Statista to survey over 217,000 employees at companies with more than 5,000 workers. NYU Langone Health was ranked at number 139 on the list. Other New York City-based systems recognized include NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital at 46, Northwell Health at 210, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Â鶹ÊÓƵapp Center at 238. Respondents were asked to rate their employers on factors like wages, work-life balance, and growth opportunities.
2/11/2026
Review of Ophthalmology
Refractive surgeons detail ray tracing-guided LASIK using Alcon’s WaveLight Plus, which builds personalized 3D ablation profiles from Sightmap tomography, biometry and wavefront data. A US FDA multicenter study in 161 patients found 98.5% within 1 D of target and 92.3% achieving 20/20 or better at 3 months with no serious adverse events. International and Australian studies reported strong outcomes, though a 10% astigmatism overcorrection may require nomogram adjustment. A head-to-head review showed topography-guided LASIK achieved more 20/12.5 or better, while ray tracing improved mesopic contrast sensitivity. Faculty at NYU Grossman School of Medicine contributed technical insights.
2/11/2026
Unite.AI
New research from New York University, in association with NYU Langone, finds that current AI models can re-identify patients from medical notes stripped of personal identifiers under HIPAA's Safe Harbor rules. The study used a dataset of more than 220,000 clinical notes from 170,000 NYU Langone patients. Researchers found that a language model could infer demographic traits, recovering biological sex with over 99.7% accuracy. The authors conclude that these correlations create a re-identification risk 37 times higher than baseline, suggesting HIPAA's standards are outdated and require reevaluation.
2/11/2026
Boca Raton Magazine
The Festival of the Arts Boca will feature several speakers for its 20th anniversary, including Art Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor and founding head of the Division of Medical Ethics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine’s Department of Population Health. The article highlights his career, noting he is the author or editor of 35 books and more than 880 papers in peer-reviewed journals. It also mentions his service on numerous national and international committees, including for the National Â鶹ÊÓƵapp Institute and the United Nations.
2/11/2026
