News from Ƶ Health
58 US Hospitals Honored For ‘Meritorious’ Surgical Care. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(11/7) The American College of Surgeons “has recognized 58 U.S. hospitals for achieving ‘meritorious’ surgical care outcomes in 2023. The list includes Ƶ Hospital–Brooklyn and Ƶ Hospital–Long Island.”
5 Interviews From AAO 2024 You Don’t Want To Miss. (Modern Retina)
(11/7) During the 2024 American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting last month, Vaidehi S. Dedania, MD, associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, “discussed the prevention and management of endophthalmitis following vitreoretinal surgery,” highlighting key risk factors, “including hypotony and wound leaks, and shared methods for preventing and addressing these issues.”
Discerning High-Risk ADPKD Patients. (MedPage Today)
(11/6) Researchers investigated factors predicting rapid decline in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) patients, with David M. Charytan, MD, the Norman S. Wikler Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, saying, “While statins show promise in animal models, clinical trials in humans are a different story.”
Endocrine Society Advocacy Updates. (Endocrine News)
(11/7) “In September, scientists, policy experts, and community members gathered at a symposium in New York convened by Endocrine Society member Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, and professor, Department of Population Health, to discuss the scientific evidence linking chemicals in plastic to human and environmental harms, as well as policy solutions at the state, federal, and international level.”
FDA Proposes Ban On Ingredient Found In Common OTC Cold & Allergy Meds. (WNYW-NY (FOX)-3)
(11/7) 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, discussed the potential for the FDA to ban oral phenylephrine and the benefits of brief periods of exercise.
(11/8) Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, also discusses the potential FDA ban on oral phenylephrine.
RNA-targeting CRISPR Reveals That Hundreds Of Noncoding RNAs Are Essential – Not ‘Junk.’ (Phys (UK))
(11/7) Discussing research on RNA-targeting CRISPR genes, Neville Sanjana, PhD, associate professor, Department of Neuroscience and Physiology, says, “This survey of functional noncoding RNAs advances our understanding of the human genome and demonstrates the potential of CRISPR screens that specifically target RNA – even those that don’t code for proteins.”
20-Year Breast Cancer Study Identifies 7 Significant Risk Factors. (Verve Times)
(11/7) Professor Amy Berrington, speaking about breast cancer research, said scientists from NYU Grossman School of Medicine analyzed blood samples from participants of 10 cohort studies – including the Breast Cancer Now Generations Study – to examine the association of AMH levels with breast cancer risk.
The Best Pickleball Shoes For Beginners Going Hard (And Looking Cute) On The Court. (Shape Magazine)
(11/7) highlighted the best shoes for beginners playing pickleball, with Berkcan Akpinar, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, saying, “Arch support along with a flexible mid-sole training shoe that conforms and pads the midfoot well is beneficial for plantar fasciitis.”
What’s The Best Way To Handle Shorter And Darker Days? (TODAY)
(11/7) Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology discusses combatting strokes and depression amid the impact of shorter days during autumn.
News from Ƶ Hospital—Long Island
Does ‘Marry Me Chicken’ Really Work? Here’s What’s Behind The Viral Recipe’s Magic. (Yahoo! Lifestyle)
(11/6) Discussing the emotional impact of food on emotions, Shae Datta, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Neurology, Ƶ Hospital—Long Island, said, “Food has a lot to do with our emotions. Certain compounds in food also have certain effects on emotions.”
