News from NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Health Has Honeybees For Health Of Patients And Environment. (News 12-TV Long Island (NY))
(7/24) NYU Langone Health’s rooftop Honeybee Program utilizes 50,000 bees to produce honey, available in August at NYU Langone Health gift shops, and physicians report that the bees contribute to patient care and environmental health; Jocelyn Gan, energy and sustainability specialist said, “The bees do not just stay here on our buildings. They also pollinate all of the gardens, it could be your garden in your backyard, a community garden, even the local parks here.”
(7/24) NYU Langone Health is hosting a farmers market Thursday that will feature honey harvested from its Honeybee Program.
Don’t Get Overwhelmed By 10,000 Steps. Here’s How Many You May Really Need. (CNN)
(7/23) New research published in The Lancet Public Health suggests that walking 7,000 steps daily can reduce the risk of death from all causes by 47% compared to 2,000 steps, with additional benefits for cardiovascular disease and dementia; Sean P. Heffron, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, said the popular 10,000-step benchmark originated from a marketing campaign rather than scientific evidence, adding, “More than 7k doesn’t do harm, and may even offer some additional benefits,” while emphasizing the importance of gradually increasing activity levels for overall health benefits.
Respiratory ER Visits Dropped 20% After Coal Plant Closure. (Respiratory Therapy)
(7/23) A study conducted by researchers at NYU Langone Health and published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine found that the closure of the Shenango coke plant near Pittsburgh, PA, led to a 20% decrease in respiratory emergency visits and a 41% reduction in pediatric asthma cases within weeks, with continued monthly declines, demonstrating both immediate and sustained respiratory health benefits; George Thurston, ScD, professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Environmental Medicine, and Department of Population Health, said, “The adverse reductions in respiratory health effects were much greater than expected, based on past studies of general air pollution in the U.S., indicating that emissions from such fossil fuel related sources are especially toxic,” while Wuyue Yu, PhD, postdoctoral fellow, Department of Population Health added, “This study provides rare, in-the-field evidence that the closure of a major industrial pollution source can lead to immediate and lasting improvements in the lung health of those who live nearby.”
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AI Tool Diagnoses ADHD And Autism In 15 Minutes. (Medscape)
(7/23) A sensor-based tool can diagnose ADHD and ASD in children and adolescents in 15 minutes with up to 70% accuracy, according to a study published in Nature Scientific Reports, which used deep learning models to analyze participants’ subtle movements; however, Anna Van Meter, PhD, associate professor, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Child Study Center, expressed that while the study shows “great potential” for AI in integrating diverse data types, it remains “at a very preliminary stage” due to its small sample size and the older age of participants compared to typical diagnostic ranges.
How To Pick Up Your Toddler–Without Injuring Your Back. (Bump)
The (7/23) Tracy Espiritu McKay, DO, clinical assistant professor, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, advises parents to bend at the knees rather than the waist when lifting toddlers to reduce pressure on the lower back.
Teen Football Player Returns To Field One Year After Emergency Brain Surgery. (News 12-TV New Jersey)
New Jersey (7/23) Logan Coleridge, a high school student from Monmouth County, underwent emergency brain surgery after a concussion revealed an undiagnosed arteriovenous malformation (AVM), which was treated under the care of Howard Riina, the Lucius N. Littauer Professor of Neurosurgery, vice chair, Clinical Affairs, Department of Neurosurgery, professor, Departments of Neurology, and Radiology, who explained that AVMs are abnormal connections of arteries and veins that can bleed, and early diagnosis through an MRI scan was crucial in providing Logan the opportunity for a full life, allowing him to return to football nearly a year after his surgery.
4 Ways To Remove And Prevent Tonsil Stones, According To ENT Doctors. (TODAY)
(7/23) Erich P. Voigt, MD, clinical professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, chief, Division of General/Sleep Otolaryngology, explained that tonsil stones, which are harmless collections of food and bacteria, may cause symptoms like a sore throat or bad breath, while also offering preventive measures such as using a water flosser or gargling after meals to manage them.
Should Breakfast, Lunch Or Dinner Be Your Biggest Meal? Dietitian Reveals the Answer. (TODAY)
(7/23) Collin J. Popp, PhD, assistant professor, Department of Population Health, discussed the concept of “chrononutrition,” which examines the interplay between meal timing, circadian rhythm, and metabolism, suggesting that consuming the majority of calories earlier in the day, such as through a larger breakfast or lunch, can enhance energy levels, metabolic health, and blood sugar control, while eating late, particularly high-calorie dinners, may disrupt sleep, metabolism, and increase the risk of obesity and diabetes.
Yes, You Can Take Creatine Even If You Don’t Have Workout Goals – Here’s Why. (Women's Health)
(7/23) Creatine supplementation, known for enhancing strength and recovery in fitness, also offers potential benefits for cognition, hormonal health, and mental health, with Nicole Lund, MPH, RDN, clinical nutritionist, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sports Performance Center, saying, “Creatine boosts the production of ATP – the energy currency your muscles rely on to power movement,” and suggesting it may help with energy for daily activities; however, while creatine may aid in mood disorders and cognitive decline, as well as stabilize hormonal fluctuations, more research is needed, and individuals should consult healthcare providers before use, particularly during pregnancy or hormonal changes.
3 Protein-Rich Foods To Eat Instead Of Beef. (Vogue)
(7/23) Heather A. Hodson, RDN, CDN, CDCES, dietitian nutritionist, Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, recommends Greek yogurt as a high-protein alternative to beef, highlighting its higher protein and lower carbohydrate content compared to regular yogurt, while Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, founder of Maya Feller Nutrition, suggests other protein-rich options like canned tuna, chicken, and plant-based proteins such as tofu, which is a complete protein made from fermented soy beans.
Zelig Eshhar, Who Engineered Immune Cells to Fight 鶹Ƶapp, Dies At 84. (New York Times)
The (7/23) Zelig Eshhar, a pioneering immunologist known for developing the CAR-T cell therapy, which transformed cancer treatment by genetically engineering immune cells to target cancer, passed away on July 3 at age 84 in Tel Yitzhak, Israel; his work has significantly influenced therapies for blood cancers and has shown promise in autoimmune diseases, with Dan Littman, MD, PhD, the Helen L. and Martin S. Kimmel Professor of Molecular Immunology, Department of Pathology, and professor, Department of Cell Biology, acknowledging, “It really was Eshhar who first showed that it could be done,” and highlighting recent successes in using CAR-T therapy for lupus and scleroderma.
News from NYU Langone Health—Long Island
NYU Langone Health Taps New Chief Of Advanced Endoscopy. (Becker's ASC Review)
(7/23) Galen Leung, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, chief, Advanced Endoscopy—Long Island an expert in advanced endoscopic techniques, has been appointed as the chief of advanced endoscopy at NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, possessing a background in third-space endoscopy with research focused on pancreaticobiliary diseases and gastrointestinal malignancies; he previously held the role of director of endoscopy quality improvement at the University of Pennsylvania and serves on the editorial board of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Tick Watch In NYC. (WPIX-TV New York)
New York (7/23) Sara Siddiqui, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics—Long Island appeared on PIX11 Morning News to discuss the potential role of extreme heat in New York City in the expansion of certain tick species, advising on what to look out for and how to stay protected.
