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SELF Magazine
An article on common mistakes during cold and flu season features commentary from Steven Lamm, MD, medical director at Preston Robert Tisch Center for Men’s Health at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health. Lamm advises against underestimating the seriousness of influenza, noting it can lead to complications like heart attacks, strokes, and 'long influenza.' He also explains that the flu vaccine's purpose is to reduce the severity of the illness, not necessarily prevent it entirely. Lamm stresses the importance of seeking timely medical attention with antiviral medications for high-risk individuals who contract the flu.
11/24/2025
Men's Health
The article addresses the common fear that running is bad for one's knees, citing research that runners have a lower prevalence of knee pain. Julia L. Iafrate, DO, clinical assistant professor, Departments of Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine, states that for most people, the benefits of running outweigh the risks. Experts advise new runners to build mileage gradually, incorporate strength training, and choose appropriate footwear to prevent pain. Iafrate notes that overuse injuries can happen with high mileage and individuals with risk factors like higher body mass may be at increased risk of injury.
11/25/2025
U.S. News and World Report
While the significant health impacts from microplastic exposure are not yet clear, evidence shows the particles are everywhere, according to George Thurston, ScD, professor of medicine and population health at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine. The article details the risks of microplastics, which have been found in many human organs, and provides ten ways to reduce intake. Recommendations include limiting plastic water bottles, filtering tap water, avoiding heating plastics, choosing whole foods over processed ones, and using natural fabrics and personal care products to minimize daily exposure.
11/25/2025
HealthTech
ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health has upgraded its digital patient experience in New York and Florida by studying customer engagement practices from other industries. According to Suzanne Howard, vice president of Clinical Systems and Integration at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health, the organization implemented a strategy that includes online scheduling, electronic forms, and pre-appointment registration. The system also provides pre-procedural support, such as videos and relaxation exercises, through its app. In 2025, ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health upgraded its palm-scanning biometric readers with Amazon One devices to speed up check-in and verify patient identification.
11/25/2025
WNYW-TV (New York, NY)
Rabia A. De Latour, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, discussed a new study published in JAMA that found untreated obstructive sleep apnea could double a person's risk of developing Parkinson's disease. She noted the study of 11 million veterans showed that using a CPAP machine cut this risk in half. De Latour explained the theory is that poor oxygenation during sleep can damage brain neurons. She also linked diet to mood, explaining that ultra-processed foods harm the gut microbiome, which produces mood-regulating neurotransmitters like serotonin, and cited studies associating these foods with a higher risk of depression.
11/24/2025
The Boca Raton Tribune
A five-step method for effective problem-solving, developed by leadership experts, aims to replace indecision with momentum. The framework includes identifying the root cause, gathering enough information for a plan, seeking diverse perspectives, creating a change narrative, and taking action. For the information-gathering step, Sue Varma, MD, clinical assistant professor at the Department of Psychiatry at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine, recommends asking clarifying questions about what is needed to solve the problem, what obstacles exist, and the cost of indecision. The experts argue that confidence is a byproduct of action, not a prerequisite.
11/25/2025
CW6 - The National News Desk
Wisconsin Republicans have introduced a bill that would regulate the disposal of medical waste from abortion pills, citing environmental concerns. State Representative Lindee Brill referenced reports from the New York Academy of Sciences and ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health to argue that endocrine disruptors from the waste contaminate water. The legislation would require patients to return medical waste to their physician for disposal. Democrats oppose the bill, stating there is no scientific evidence to support the claims and that it is an attack on abortions.
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11/25/2025
Brownstoner
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed over 400 people to 17 transition committees to provide policy guidance and hiring recommendations. Among the appointees is Kelly McKinney, AVP, Emergency Management + Enterprise Resilience at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health, who will serve on the Committee on Emergency Response. The committees span various aspects of city governance, including health, housing, and public safety. Mamdani stated the appointments are part of an effort to rebuild public trust and address the city's pressing challenges ahead of his January 1 inauguration.
11/25/2025
People Magazine
Victoria Gotti, daughter of mob boss John Gotti, is scheduled to have a kidney transplant at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health Transplant in the upcoming weeks. Her eldest son, Carmine Gotti Agnello, will be her donor after she was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease over the summer. Following the procedure, Gotti is expected to be in the hospital for up to three months. The article also provides context on the national kidney transplant waiting list and the benefits of living-donor transplants, citing the Mayo Clinic and the United Network for Organ Sharing.
11/25/2025
Bisnow
King Street Properties and GFP Real Estate signed a 46K SF lease with BioLabs@ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone at the Innolabs life sciences property in Long Island City to house early-stage biotech companies. This follows a 105K SF lease that ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health signed at the same location in 2021. The article, a roundup of New York real estate deals, also details several other major transactions, including expansions by Overtime in Dumbo and Union Square Events at Industry City.
11/25/2025
The Network Journal
NYC Health Hospitals has appointed Sewit Teckie, MD, MBA, clinical associate professor, Department of Radiation Oncology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine, as vice president to lead its Office of Enterprise Clinical Operations. In her new role, she will oversee affiliations, credentialing, medical education, shared clinical services, and specialty services. Her priorities include expanding patient access to specialists and growing medical education programs. She previously served as the system chief of Clinical Affairs and system chief of Radiation Oncology at NYC Health Hospitals.
11/25/2025
