News from NYU Langone Health
This Super Common Condition Causes Up To A Third Of All Dementia Cases — And Treating It Can Delay Onset. (New York Post)
(4/18) Johns Hopkins University researchers found that treating hearing loss early could delay the onset of dementia, which affects over 6 million Americans, with a recent NYU Langone Health study highlighting a risk of 35% for men and 48% for women over 55.
Here’s How To Use Nasal Spray Right And More Tips For Managing Spring Allergies. (NPR)
(4/19) Steroid nasal sprays can help with spring allergies, “these sprays take a few weeks to kick in, notes” Neelima Tummala, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and “with pollen season starting earlier, ‘you may need to start your intranasal steroid spray earlier than you used to,’ so it’ll be optimally effective.”
Her Sore Throat Turned Into A Long ICU Stay. The Cause Stumped Doctors For Months. (CBS News)
(4/19) Vanessa Abraham, initially hospitalized in 2019 with severe paralysis and respiratory issues, was diagnosed months later with a rare pharyngeal-cervical-brachial variant of Guillain-Barré syndrome, a condition that affects nerve fibers and in most cases, starts in the legs and works its way up, according to Kiril Kiprovski, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Neurology, who also noted the variant is “very difficult to diagnose.”
We’re Identical Twins Who Married Another Set Of Identical Twins. (TODAY)
Our Babies Are Biological Siblings. (4/18) “They share DNA in the same way siblings share DNA,” said John Pappas, MD, director of pediatric clinic genetics at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone, about two cousins who are “also genetic siblings known as quaternary twins.”
How To Get Ahead Of Allergy Season, According To An Allergist. (CNET News)
(4/18) 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, offers advice for managing seasonal allergies, which affect up to 60 million Americans annually according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, by recommending avoiding outdoor activities and opening windows early in the morning, changing clothes and showering after being outside, and minimizing indoor allergens with dust mite covers, HEPA air purifiers, and frequent cleaning.
There’s A Huge Difference Between Being ‘Nice’ And Being ‘Kind’. (HuffPost)
(4/20) “Sometimes being kind may mean letting someone down in the short term, maybe not leading them on if you don’t have the same feelings for them as they have for you,” said Sudeepta Varma, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, adding, “Being kind may mean not enabling an addiction, or not giving in to someone asking for something that can ultimately be harmful for them, even if they can’t see it at the time.”
AAN 2025: Pharmacists Play Critical Role In Monitoring, Managing Lecanemab Therapy. (Pharmacy Times)
(4/20) Philip Kuball, MD, resident, Department of Neurology, discussed his presentation at the American Academy of Neurology 2025 Annual Meeting, which involved a study by a committee of neurologists at the NYU Langone Pearl Barlow Center for Memory Evaluation & Treatment reviewing patients with early Alzheimer’s disease for lecanemab therapy, finding slowed cognitive decline over nine months; Dr. Kuball said, “Pharmacists are integral to the process in our committee,” highlighting their role in monitoring dosing and interaction.
Also reporting is (4/18).
Trochanteric Flip Osteotomy For Combined Pipkin III, IV Femoral Head Fracture-Dislocation. (Healio)
(4/18) An NYU Langone Health study involving orthopedic surgeons Theodor Di Pauli von Treuheim, MD, resident, Department of Orthopedic Surgery; Michelle Richardson, MD, resident, Department of Orthopedic Surgery; and Abhishek Ganta, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, examines a rare case of combined Pipkin III and IV femoral head fractures, highlighting the efficacy of using a Kocher-Langenbeck approach with a digastric TFO for ORIF, which may reduce AVN risk by protecting the MFCA.
Art Meets Medicine in Bold New AAD Showcase. (Dermatology Times)
(4/18) John Zampella, MD, FAAD, associate professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, and Mitchell Hanson, an MD/PhD candidate, have launched an innovative art showcase at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, integrating artistic expression into dermatology to explore identity, illness, and healing, with Zampella saying, “This is the first year it’s ever happened,” while the initiative also aims to enhance diagnostic skills, cultural competency, and prevent physician burnout.
A New Approach To Asthma Treatment: Harnessing The Liver To Reprogram The Immune System. (MedBound Times)
(4/19) A novel liver-targeted immunotherapy (LIT) for asthma, developed by a team led by Jeffrey A. Hubbell, PhD, professor, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, in collaboration with UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, shows promise in preclinical trials by harnessing the liver’s natural ability to promote immune tolerance, with Hubbell stating, “The liver has long been known as a unique organ, capable of suppressing immune responses to harmless antigens from food and blood-borne particles,” potentially revolutionizing allergy treatment by providing rapid, safe, and long-lasting relief without triggering severe allergic reactions.
Also reporting is (4/18), featuring Natalie E. Azar, MD, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, from NYU Langone Health.
HHS Pursues Theory That Autism Is Linked To A Toxin. (Healio)
(4/18) New data from the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report indicates that the prevalence of autism among U.S. children aged 8 years increased to 32.2 per 1,000 children in 2022, up from one in 36 in 2020, prompting HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to assert that an environmental toxin is responsible, a claim 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 dispute, citing changing diagnostic criteria and increased awareness as factors, while also criticizing the administration’s lack of support for those with severe autism and questioning the feasibility of Kennedy’s proposed timeline for identifying the cause.
Doctors Reveal 7 Daily Habits That Help Reduce Inflammation Naturally. (Women's Health)
(4/18) TikTok has been abuzz with videos on how to reduce inflammation in the body, while Valerie Antoine-Gustave, MD, clinical instructor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, says, “Inflammation is a completely natural process, and it’s a response usually to either injury or infection.”
Also reporting is (UK) (4/19).
How The ‘12-3-30’ Treadmill Workout Is Still Helping People Lose Weight. (South China Morning Post LIFESTYLE)
The (4/20) Social media influencer Lauren Giraldo’s “12-3-30” treadmill workout, which involves walking for 30 minutes at a 3 mph pace on a 12% incline, has gained substantial popularity since its introduction in 2019; Dennis Cardone, DO, associate professor, Departments of Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatrics, chief, Division of Primary Care Sports Medicine, cautions against the potential for overuse injuries due to the stress it places on areas such as the low back, hamstring, and Achilles tendon, and advising that new or altered exercise routines should be approached gradually to minimize injury risks.
Eli Lilly Pill Reported To Be As Effective As Injectable. (CBS)
(4/18) Eli Lilly’s experimental pill, orforglipron, is reported to be as effective in weight loss for diabetes patients as the injectable drug semaglutide, according to Jonathan D. LaPook, MD, the Mebane Professor of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, professor, Department of Population Health, who explained that while the pill could revolutionize obesity treatment by being easier and less expensive than injectables, a holistic approach including a healthy diet and exercise is still essential.
(4/18) “Fox News senior medical analyst” Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation “reports on the latest news around weight loss drugs on ‘The Big Money Show.’”
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
Early Habits Can Harm Long Term Health. (News 12 Brooklyn (USA))
(4/18) Cardiologist Shaline Rao, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, chief, Division of Cardiology, chief and vice chair, Operations of Medicine, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, discussed the importance of focusing on heart health early in life, emphasizing that habits formed before adulthood can significantly impact long-term health, including the risks associated with alcohol use and vaping, stressing the importance of understanding family history to help screen and prevent future heart disease.
