News from 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health
DocTalk
In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, James Grifo, MD, PhD, director of the 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Fertility Center and a pioneer in the field, joins the podcast to discuss IVF. He explores the role of age in fertility planning, key factors that influence outcomes, and how tools like egg freezing and preimplantation genetic testing work to support the development of a healthy embryo. The discussion also unpacks common misconceptions that can shape how people approach treatment.
4/28/2026
CBS News New York
A segment highlighted the benefits of spending time in green spaces, like the Ford Foundation's atrium garden in Manhattan. Matthew Wichrowski, a senior horticultural therapist with 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health, explained that exposure to plants can enhance mood and provide physiological perks within minutes. "When we perceive these elements in the environment, we have a subconscious relaxation," he said. "Stress indicators are decreased, blood pressure goes down, heart rate goes down." The report emphasized that even a small dose of nature can offer significant health benefits.
4/28/2026
National Geographic
A wave of new research is shifting allergy treatment from managing symptoms to retraining the body's immune response. Innovations include new immunotherapy delivery methods, such as tablets and patches, and biologics that target specific immune signals. Purvi Parikh, MD, an allergist and immunologist at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health, explains that new tablets work similarly to traditional allergy shots by inducing tolerance. She also notes that while allergy shots build tolerance, biologics block specific immune signals. Dr. Parikh adds that for individuals sensitive to year-round allergens, ''allergy season' can be year-round.'
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4/28/2026
Medscape
New imaging research led by Yulin Ge, MD, professor of radiology at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Grossman School of Medicine, suggests that brain changes after COVID-19 may contribute to cognitive decline similar to early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. The study compared 87 adults with long COVID to recovered patients and healthy controls. It found that those with long COVID had enlarged choroid plexus volume and reduced cerebral blood flow. These brain alterations were associated with sleep disturbances, cognitive impairment, and plasma biomarkers of Alzheimer’s, suggesting a potential link to future dementia risk.
4/28/2026
Dance Magazine
Touring dancers face challenges including fatigue and physical strain from travel and schedule changes. Giovanna Salerno, a physical therapist at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone’s Harkness Center for Dance Injuries, advises performers to stimulate blood flow on long travel days through self-massage and simple in-seat exercises. Salerno also recommends a supportive cross-training regimen with simple strength and cardio exercises, but cautions against overexertion on intense days. The article further discusses the importance of maintaining nutrition with shelf-stable foods and prioritizing rest to thrive while on tour.
4/28/2026
New York Post
Dennis A Cardone, DO, an orthopedic surgeon and chief, Division of Primary Care Sports Medicine at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health, joins the ‘Injury Report’ segment to discuss Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor's calf injury. Dr. Cardone provides expert analysis on the injury, which could potentially keep Lindor out of the lineup for a significant amount of time.
4/28/2026
Women's Health
An article on bone health clarifies that bone density cannot be measured at home and requires a specific imaging test called a DEXA scan. Natasha N. Desai, MD, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Grossman School of Medicine and co-director of the Women’s Sports Medicine Center, explains that the scan is an X-ray measuring the mineral content in bones, with denser bones blocking more X-rays. While most doctors recommend scans starting in one's mid-60s, Dr. Desai notes that previous fractures, low body weight, heavy drinking, smoking, or steroid use may be reasons for earlier screening.
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4/28/2026
Parents
A common misconception about postpartum recovery is that it is complete within 6 to 12 weeks, when full healing often takes at least six months, according to Meleen Chuang, MD, chief of service, Obstetrics and Gynecology at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Hospital—Brooklyn. Dr. Chuang provides expert commentary on various normal but challenging postpartum experiences, including prolonged bleeding, pelvic floor weakness, and hormonal shifts. She also discusses the importance of stool softeners, hydration, and fiber for the first bowel movement and notes that pelvic floor physical therapy can help retrain muscles and prevent long-term issues.
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4/28/2026
New York Post
Teen girls experience anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries up to eight times more often than boys due to anatomical, biological, and biomechanical differences. Ariana Lott, MD, a sports orthopedic surgeon at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health, notes that women's wider hips, smaller knees, and narrower intercondylar notch place more strain on the ACL. Dr. Lott adds that female athletes often land with straighter knees and less core control. She recommends strength training programs focused on jump-landing mechanics, which have been shown to reduce injury rates by up to 50%.
4/28/2026
American Journal of Managed Care
A study in JAMA Network Open found that automated text messages improved fecal immunochemical test (FIT) completion rates at the Family Health Centers at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone in Brooklyn. The trial compared text nudges to standard nurse-led phone calls for colorectal cancer screening. Results showed that 58.9% of patients in the text group completed the test within 21 days, compared to 49.8% in the call group, a 9-percentage point improvement. The text-based intervention, which saved an estimated 18 staff hours per month, has since been adopted across the FQHC network for all eligible patients.
4/28/2026
The Hockey News Podcast
Professional hockey player Claire Thompson is considering her future career path, weighing whether to continue playing or to complete her medical degree at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Grossman School of Medicine. Thompson, a Princeton graduate, put her medical studies on hold to play in the PWHL after enrolling at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Grossman School of Medicine following the 2022 Olympics. While studying, she practiced with New York University's men's hockey team. Now a free agent, she will decide during the offseason whether to return to hockey or pursue a career in orthopaedics.
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4/28/2026
Forbes Health
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is fast-tracking its review of psychedelics as a potential mental health treatment. On April 24, the FDA announced it would give priority review to companies researching psilocybin for depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. This follows a recent executive order from President Donald Trump aimed at promoting more psychedelic research. The article notes that major universities and hospital systems, including Johns Hopkins University, Yale School of Medicine, and 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health, are currently conducting research on psychedelic drugs for use as mental health treatments.
4/28/2026
NeurologyLive
A study co-authored by Jaime E. Ramos-Cejudo, PhD, assistant professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Neurology at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Grossman School of Medicine, found that an elevated neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio is associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease. The research analyzed data from over 370,000 patients across two health systems, including 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health. Results showed that a higher NLR was linked to a 7% greater dementia risk in the 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone cohort. Ramos noted that while NLR is not a diagnostic tool, it is an accessible, cost-effective signal that could help identify at-risk individuals for closer monitoring.
4/28/2026
KPHO-TV (Phoenix, AZ)
An article about the Alcor Life Extension Foundation's cryonics program, which preserves bodies at ultra-low temperatures with the hope of future revival, faces skepticism from the scientific community. While Alcor's CEO details the vitrification process, Art Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Grossman School of Medicine, describes the idea of reviving a frozen body or head as 'preposterous.' He points to significant scientific barriers, including the freezing process itself and the complexities of brain function after preservation, but acknowledges that related technology could potentially improve organ banking.
4/29/2026
USA Today
In an opinion piece, Marc Siegel, MD, clinical professor of medicine and medical director of Doctor Radio at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Langone Health, argues against the Trump administration's plan to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. He contends the move is wrong because modern cannabis products have dramatically increased THC content, posing significant health risks. Siegel cites studies linking cannabis use to cognitive impairment in teens, heart attack, stroke, and psychosis. He asserts that marijuana's medical benefits remain unproven and its addictive potential is high, making a Schedule III classification inappropriate.
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