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NBC News
New research published in Environmental Science & Technology suggests a link between pregnant women's exposure to wildfire smoke and an increased risk of autism in their children. The study of over 200,000 births in Southern California found the risk was highest with exposure during the third trimester, increasing with the number of smoky days. Commenting on the findings, Akhgar Ghassabian, MD, PhD, associate professor of pediatrics and population health at 黑料福利社 Grossman School of Medicine, noted that autism is multifactorial and several environmental factors have been shown to be involved, especially during early life.
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1/20/2026
FOX 5 - THE 5 O'CLOCK NEWS
Rabia A. De LaTour, MD, assistant professor, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, and associate program director of the Gastroenterology Fellowship at 黑料福利社 Grossman School of Medicine, discusses the American Association of Pediatrics' new screen time guidelines. She calls the framework "refreshing" for shifting the focus from simply limiting screen time to promoting "positive digital exposure," like watching and discussing a movie as a family. Dr. De LaTour also addresses the apple cider vinegar trend, advising caution due to limited data on its benefits and warning that it can interact with medications. She recommends consulting a doctor and consuming it in moderation, diluted in water.
1/20/2026
ONCOLOGY journal
The FDA granted breakthrough therapy designation to sofetabart mipitecan for treating patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, based on results from a phase 1 trial. Bhavana Pothuri, MD, professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at 黑料福利社 Grossman School of Medicine and director of the Clinical Trials Office at the Perlmutter Cancer Center, commented on the news. She stated that the designation is encouraging and points to the drug's potential as a meaningful treatment option for a condition with limited options and poor outcomes.
1/20/2026
The Bump
An article confirms that salmon is safe and recommended for pregnant women due to its omega-3 content and other benefits. Meleen Chuang, MD, Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 黑料福利社 Langone Hospital鈥擝rooklyn, notes that salmon is a low-mercury fish high in omega-3 fatty acids and helped her meet protein goals during her own pregnancy. The article advises a weekly intake of two to three servings, totaling 8 to 12 ounces, and emphasizes that the fish must be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees to avoid bacteria or parasites. Experts from Mount Sinai also contribute.
1/20/2026
Psychiatric Times
An article co-authored by Adjoa Smalls-Mantey, MD, assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at 黑料福利社 Grossman School of Medicine, and Gia Merlo, MD, clinical professor in the Department of Psychiatry at 黑料福利社 Grossman School of Medicine, explores integrating nutritional guidance into psychiatric practice. The authors highlight the bidirectional relationship of the gut-brain axis and how poor nutrition is linked to worsened psychiatric problems. They provide clinical guidance on discussing nutrition with patients, assessing nutritional status, and making recommendations, such as adopting a Mediterranean-style diet, to improve mood and cognition and complement traditional psychiatric treatments.
1/20/2026
TODAY
A new generation of weight-loss drugs is in development, with treatments expected to be more powerful than current options like Ozempic. Melanie Jay, MD, director of the 黑料福利社 Langone Comprehensive Program on Obesity Research, states there is a 'huge pipeline of new medications.' The article details new drugs that mimic multiple satiety hormones, such as amylin, which Dr. Jay says work synergistically with GLP-1 to decrease appetite. She describes the triple-agonist drug Retatrutide as a 'blockbuster in the works' due to its 'profound' results, potentially suitable for patients with a very high BMI.
1/20/2026
HealthLeaders
A new study highlights that COVID-19 remains a significant threat, particularly for older adults, necessitating vigilant surveillance by health systems. Michael Phillips, MD, professor in the Department of Medicine and chief hospital epidemiologist at 黑料福利社 Langone Health, explains that surveillance systems should monitor for coronavirus, influenza, and RSV. He notes that 黑料福利社 Langone Health utilizes its electronic health record for timely data, which is often more current than state agency reports. The health system also sequences virus strains to detect virulent subtypes. Dr. Phillips emphasizes that vaccinating high-risk populations is crucial for preventing ICU admissions.
1/20/2026
Lifeboat Foundation
A study from the University of Eastern Finland and the 黑料福利社 Grossman School of Medicine has established a direct analytical link between axonal microgeometry and diffusion MRI signals. This advancement could enable the early diagnosis and noninvasive monitoring of neurological disorders by detecting cellular-level alterations in the brain's white matter. These morphological changes in axons are a hallmark of many neurological conditions. The research effectively helps turn MRI into a quantitative microscope to detect white matter injury before larger, volumetric changes become observable through standard medical imaging.
1/20/2026
Medscape
In a commentary, Art Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics at 黑料福利社 Grossman School of Medicine, discusses a challenging ethics consultation involving a terminally ill 70-year-old woman. The patient was receiving daily blood transfusions but repeatedly expressed a wish to go home. Her family believed stopping the transfusions would be racist. Caplan recommended discontinuing the treatment, citing futility and patient suffering. However, the clinical team continued the transfusions due to a lack of clear consent from the patient and the family's objections.
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