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‘Every Day Is A Fight.’ Warwick Toddler With Rare Heart Syndrome Awaits Life-Saving Transplant. (News 12-TV Long Island (NY))

Long Island, NY (5/12) Wyatt Lopez, an 18-month-old with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, has been receiving inpatient care at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at ���ϸ����� Langone Health for six months while awaiting a heart transplant; Rakesh Singh, MD, the Haugland Family Associate Professor of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics, Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital, said the wait time for donor hearts has doubled to six to nine months due to fewer pediatric donors, and expressed concern about Wyatt’s deteriorating condition, stating, “He’s slowly showing more signs of heart failure,” and noting the potential need for an artificial heart machine if his condition worsens.

Also reporting is Westchester, NY (5/12).

Kelly McKinney: The Power Blackout In Spain And Portugal Wasn’t A Fluke. It Was The Future. (Chicago Tribune)

(5/12) In an opinion piece, Kelly R. McKinney, vice president of Emergency Management and Enterprise Resilience, discusses the fragility of complex systems in a Chicago Tribune article, highlighting the Iberian blackout as a “signal from the future,” and advocating for a shift from optimization to resilience in critical infrastructure.

New COVID-19 Memorial At Green-Wood Cemetery Celebrates Lives And Legacy. (Brooklyn (NY) Paper)

(5/12) Naming the Lost Memorials (NTLM), in collaboration with 19 community groups, including Project Safe at Family Health Centers at ���ϸ����� Langone Health, unveiled “A Bridge, a Stitch, a Compass: COVID Memorial for the Past, Present, and Future” at Green-Wood Cemetery on Thursday, May 8, honoring lives lost to COVID-19 and acknowledging the ongoing effects of long COVID, with artist Zamya Bumpus with Project Safe at Family Health Centers at ���ϸ����� Langone Health saying the memorial was a “bridge routine crisis art” project.

The Shocking 10 Worst US Cities For Allergies Revealed — And Tips To Make Spring Bearable. (New York Post)

(5/12) 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, recommends using 24-hour antihistamines – “because they’re longer-acting and can really help control symptoms” – along with eye drops, and nasal sprays to combat seasonal allergies, and advises seeking professional medical help for breathing issues like coughing, wheezing, or chest tightness.

A Chemical In Plastics Is Tied To Heart Disease Deaths. (Science News)

(5/12) Research published in eBioMedicine reveals that phthalates, chemicals commonly found in household products and medical supplies, may be linked to approximately 13.5 percent of cardiovascular disease deaths among individuals aged 55 to 64 globally in 2018; Sara Hyman, BS, associate research scientist, and her team identified more than 350,000 excess deaths associated with DEHP exposure, primarily in regions with expanding plastics industries, and emphasized the need for further research and monitoring, particularly in regions lacking centralized data collection.

The (5/13) L Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, and professor, Department of Population Health, said, “Our results underscore the urgent need for global regulations to reduce exposure to these toxins, especially in areas most affected by rapid industrialization and plastic consumption.”

CAR-T Cell Therapy For Cancer Causes ‘Brain Fog,’ Study Shows. (Science Daily)

(5/12) A Stanford Medicine-led study, with contributions from researchers at ���ϸ����� Grossman School of Medicine and Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, reveals that CAR-T cell therapy can cause mild cognitive impairments similar to those from chemotherapy and respiratory infections, identifying microglia as key players in this process.

Weekend Workout, Regular Exercise Are Equals At Lowering GI Disease Risk. (GI and Hepatology News)

(5/12) A study presented May 12, 2025, found that both weekend warrior and regular exercise patterns similarly reduced the risk of digestive diseases, with gastroenterologist Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, the Robert M. and Mary H. Glickman Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, professor, Department of Population Health, saying, “Your gut does not care about your schedule.”

How To Help Someone With MS: What To Do And Not Do. (Everyday Health)

(5/12) “People with multiple sclerosis have good reason to get the flu shot every year, because the disease and certain MS treatments can leave them vulnerable to complications, says” ) 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.

Taking This Supplement For Two Weeks Could Help Anxiety And Energy Levels, Per Doctors. (Women's Health)

(5/12) A study found that probiotics may reduce negative feelings such as anxiety, stress, fatigue, and depression, with participants in the probiotic group reporting fewer negative emotions than those in the placebo group; Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, said, “There’s no more information about the mechanism of the gut-brain connection from this, but it seems like we’re getting closer to understanding why there is a connection and how it works.”

What Happens To Your Gut Health When You Add Kefir To Your Diet. (Verywell Health)

(5/12) Rabia A. De Latour, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, explained that kefir is approximately 99% lactose-free, making it suitable for those with lactose intolerance, and can aid in managing gastrointestinal issues.

Treating Hearing Loss Can Help Elderly With Loneliness Too: Study. (Wellsboro (PA) Gazette)

(5/12) An ���ϸ����� Langone Health study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that elderly patients who received hearing aids and related care retained more social connections and experienced improved loneliness scores over three years compared to a control group who received education on healthy aging, with lead study author Nicholas S. Reed, MD, associate professor, member of the faculty, Departments of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and Population Health, Optimal Aging Institute, saying, “Our findings add to evidence that helping aging patients hear better can also enrich their social lives and boost their mental and physical well-being.”

Zepbound Vs Wegovy For Weight Loss: New Study Reveals Which Is Better. (TODAY)

(5/12) Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, discussed a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine that found Eli Lilly’s Zepbound to be more effective than Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy for weight loss, with Zepbound users losing an average of 20.2% of body weight compared to 13.7% for Wegovy users.

Healthy Diets May Delay Puberty Onset In Girls, Study Suggests. (NBC News)

(5/12) A new study suggests a correlation between healthy diets and later onset of puberty in girls, potentially impacting estrogen levels and reducing the influence of adipose tissue on hormone release, with Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, saying study authors determined “the diet itself could actually impact certain types of estrogen, lowering estrogen, which can delay puberty,” while noting adolescent girls should “focus on anti-inflammatory... nutrient-rich foods, lean proteins, low-fat dairy.”

Retinol Serum Vs Cream: Derms Explain The Benefits. (TODAY)

(5/12) Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, is a popular ingredient in skincare products for its ability to minimize wrinkles and improve skin texture, with dermatologists including Mary L. Stevenson, MD, associate professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, advising users to find a balance in application to avoid irritation, as “less is more” when using retinol.