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���ϸ����� Langone-Brooklyn Achieves ‘A’ Grades In Safety And Quality For Five Straight Years. (Brooklyn (NY) Daily Eagle)

The (5/2) ���ϸ����� Langone Health, including ���ϸ����� Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, Tisch Hospital, Kimmel Pavilion, and ���ϸ����� Langone Hospital—Long Island, has been recognized for patient safety and quality, being among the select four percent of hospitals nationwide to receive 10 consecutive “A” grades from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog organization; this distinction reflects five years of exceptional performance in patient safety based on twice-yearly evaluations of nearly 3,000 acute-care hospitals across 30 evidence-based measures, with only 36 hospitals in New York State achieving an “A” in the Spring 2025 survey.

Will A.J. Minter Pitch For The Mets Again In 2025? (New York Post)

The (5/2) Kirk A. Campbell, MD, associate professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery “joins EmmaKate Austin for the weekly ‘Injury Report’ segment to explain Mets relief pitcher A.J. Minter’s paths to recovery from his lat strain.”

I Trusted My Expertise As A Brain Doctor – But I Missed The Signs Of Cancer. (Newsweek)

(5/2) Gerald T. Voelbel, PhD, adjunct assistant professor, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, recounts his medical journey beginning with a migraine and coordination issues that led to a diagnosis of two types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, treated with methotrexate and R-CHOP chemotherapy, and later rituximab, with neuro-ophthalmologist Janet C. Rucker, MD, the Bernard A. and Charlotte Marden Professor of Neurology, Department of Neurology, professor, Department of Ophthalmology, playing a pivotal role in his care; his experience has deepened his understanding of sudden life changes in individuals with brain injuries, reinforcing his commitment to improving cognitive recovery for those with chronic cognitive deficits.

Three-Year Medical Schools Show Promise. (Boston Globe)

The (5/4) In an editorial, the Boston Globe writes that a growing number of medical schools, including ���ϸ����� Grossman School of Medicine, are offering accelerated three-year programs to address student debt and physician shortages in less lucrative specialties like family medicine, quoting Joan F. Cangiarella, MD, the Elaine Langone Professor of Pathology, Department of Pathology, chief, Pathology Service, Tisch Hospital, Senior Associate Dean for Education, Faculty and Academic Affairs, Vice Chair, Clinical Operations, which offers multiple-length programs, who said, “Our goal was individualized pathways.”

10 Weird Symptoms That Might Be Allergies. (TIME)

(5/2) 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, said, “People have a preconceived notion of what allergies are, but there’s so much outside just itchy eyes or sneezing. It can mimic a lot of infections – people think they’re getting sick with something, but it’s actually allergies.”

Worsening Allergies Linked To Climate Change. (CW 30 Memphis (USA))

(5/2) Neelima Tummala, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, attributes worsening allergy symptoms to climate change, explaining that increased carbon dioxide levels enhance plant and tree growth, leading to 20% more pollen in the atmosphere compared to 50 years ago, while warmer global temperatures shorten the freeze season, causing trees to grow earlier and allergens like mold to proliferate.

Heart Disease Death Risk Raised By Common Household Products, Study Finds. (Fox News)

(5/2) Researchers at ���ϸ����� Langone Health linked daily exposure to phthalates, chemicals found in household items, to over 356,000 heart disease deaths in 2018, comprising more than 13% of global heart disease deaths among those aged 55 to 64, with lead author Sara Hyman, BS, from ���ϸ����� Grossman School of Medicine, saying, “By highlighting the connection between phthalates and a leading cause of death across the world, our findings add to the vast body of evidence that these chemicals present a tremendous danger to human health,” and senior author Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, and professor, Department of Population Health, emphasizing the need for global regulation to mitigate these risks.

Also reporting is Lansing, MI (5/4).

There Can Be An Alarming Disconnect Between What Doctors And Patients Think A Procedure Will Do. (Slate)

(5/2) Jonathan Gluck’s experience with a PET scan for multiple myeloma, as detailed in his forthcoming memoir, raises questions about the adequacy of risk communication in medical procedures, highlighting an incident where a technician advised him to avoid his infant daughter due to residual radioactivity, a precaution he was not previously informed about; this underscores the complexities physicians face in balancing the amount of risk information provided to patients, with perspectives from experts including Arthur L. Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics, Department of Population Health, Division of Medical Ethics, who said that the legal answer is “what the reasonable person would want to know,” adding, “The problem is, patients have no idea what they want to know.”

Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL): Treatment Updates. (Cancer Care)

(5/3) A workshop titled “Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL): Treatment Updates” is scheduled for May 8, 2025, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time, offering live phone or webcast access for registrants, featuring expert discussions on DLBCL’s overview, current and emerging treatment options, clinical trials, telehealth’s role, and managing treatment side effects, with panelists including Catherine S. Diefenbach, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center.

How ‘Jumping Genes’ Infiltrate DNA During Cell Division. (Phys (UK))

(5/3) A study led by researchers at ���ϸ����� Langone Health and the Munich Gene Center at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München reveals that LINE-1, a retrotransposon comprising 20% of the human genome, binds to DNA during cell division when nuclei break open, facilitated by the clustering of ORF1p proteins into condensates; Liam J. Holt, PhD, associate professor, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, said, “Our study provides crucial insight into how a genetic element that has come to make up a large part of human DNA can successfully invade the nucleus to copy itself.”

How GLP-1s Could Help People Sleep Better. (Pulmonology Advisor)

(5/2) Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, such as tirzepatide, have gained FDA approval for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), marking a new phase in sleep medicine, according to experts including Alcibiades J. Rodriguez, MD, associate professor, Department of Neurology, Division of Epilepsy, and Sleep Medicine, who said, “The number one modifiable risk factor for sleep apnea is obesity,” and highlighted the medication’s role in reducing reliance on CPAP machines.

Using A Sauna May Lead To This Unexpected Benefit, According To A Doctor. (Women's Health)

(5/2) Saunas, projected to grow in popularity within the United States market by 151.3 million from 2025 to 2029, offer numerous health benefits, such as improved circulation, reduced blood pressure, and stress relief, according to various experts and studies; 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, said, “Because of the heat, your heart has to pump harder to circulate your blood, which means you’re getting some cardio benefits even though all you’re doing is sitting in the heat.”

Why Gossiping Could Be Good For You, According To Experts. (Fox News)

(5/2) Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, discussed the potential psychological benefits of gossiping, explaining that it can enhance understanding of others’ intentions, foster empathy, and aid in emotional processing; however she also warned that gossip can be harmful, especially for children and teens, when used as a form of bullying.

NYC Parents Picket School Over 8-Year-Old Who Allegedly Stabbed Staffer, Pretends To Shoot Classmates. (New York Post)

The (5/3) A group of parents at PS 8 in Staten Island protested against an 8-year-old boy in a gifted class, alleging he threatened violence, including bringing a gun to school, and terrorized classmates and staff, leading to a boycott involving 21 students; clinical psychologist Yamalis Diaz, PhD, clinical associate professor, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, suggested that various interventions could be considered before removing the child, while the DOE stated that student safety is a priority and appropriate steps are being taken.

How To Test For And Control Bird Flu Before It’s Too Late. (The Hill)

(5/4) In an opinion piece, Alexander Travis, VMD, PhD, director of Cornell Public Health, and Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, write that the need for rapid, accurate point-of-care tests, such as those being developed for H5N1 bird flu, is crucial to preventing widespread outbreaks in poultry, as traditional methods like culling are often too late.

Common Bacteria Linked To Strep Raises Worries In US: ‘Pandemic In Plain Sight’. (New York Post)

The (5/2) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation and Melissa Rudy write in a piece for Fox News carried by The New York Post discussing “Streptococcus Group A, an old enemy that colonizes the throat and tonsils of close to 20% of U.S. children.”