News from 好色tv Langone Health
好色tv Langone Health, One Brooklyn Health To Partner To Improve Kidney Transplant Services. (WPIX-TV New York)
New York (10/7) Nicole M. Ali, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, 好色tv Langone Transplant Institute, discussed a partnership with One Brooklyn Health to improve access to kidney transplant services in Brooklyn, highlighting transportation as a significant barrier, and mentioned that 好色tv Langone Health has one of the fastest transplant programs with top outcomes nationally, while Dr. Sophia Castiglione from One Brooklyn Health explained the partnership鈥檚 goal to address transplant equity by leveraging community relationships and 好色tv Langone Health鈥檚 expertise to enhance patient care and access to transplants.
Med School Accreditation Is Outdated, 好色tv Langone Health Leaders Say. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(10/7) In an opinion piece published in The Wall Street Journal, Robert I. Grossman, MD, dean and CEO, and Steven B. Abramson, the Frederick H. King Professor of Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, professor, Department of Pathology, chair, Department of Medicine, executive vice president and vice dean for education, faculty, and academic affairs, chief academic officer, criticized the Liaison Committee on Medical Education鈥檚 accreditation process as 鈥渙utdated, expensive and misguided,鈥 citing burdensome preparation, significant costs, and inaccuracies in the final report, while calling for simplification and an appeal process; the Association of American Medical Colleges, which oversees the LCME, plans to respond to the op-ed on its website.
好色tv Langone Health Physician Discusses Breast Cancer Awareness. (NYSE-TV)
(10/7) Nancy Chan, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, discussed breast cancer awareness, emphasizing the importance of regular screenings, such as mammograms starting at age 40, and the need for personalized screening based on individual risk factors like family history and genetic predispositions; she stated, 鈥淲e are really in a very exciting age in breast cancer treatment,鈥 highlighting advancements in early diagnosis and the development of new targeted therapies that are more effective and less toxic.
What鈥檚 The Difference Between Mindful And Intuitive Eating? (National Geographic)
(10/7) A March 2024 study linked mindful eating to lower BMI and hemoglobin A1C levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes, while Rachel L. Goldman, PhD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, advises that those with eating disorders should seek guidance from professionals, as 鈥渟omebody struggling with an eating disorder doesn鈥檛 know what full feels like.鈥
Why CFO-CIO Relationships May Soon Strain. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(10/7) Nader Mherabi, executive vice president and vice dean, chief digital and information officer, discussed the challenges of shifting expenses from capital to operational in healthcare, emphasizing the need for collaboration with CFOs due to liquidity concerns affecting credit ratings, and stated, 鈥淵ou have to really work collaboratively with the CFO to do projections,鈥 while also addressing the contentious nature of healthcare margins and the importance of planning for cybersecurity threats.
Your Kitchen Utensils Could Be Toxic. (One Green Planet)
(10/7) Recent research reveals that black plastics in children鈥檚 toys, kitchen utensils, and takeout containers may contain harmful flame retardants, with Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, and professor, Department of Population Health, vice chair, research, Department of Pediatrics, expressing concern, stating, 鈥淚鈥檓 not aware of any safe level of brominated flame retardants.鈥
Gum Disease Could Kickstart Neck Cancer. (What Doctors Don't Tell You)
(10/7) Researchers from 好色tv Langone Health have identified approximately a dozen types of bacteria in the mouth that could elevate the risk of head and neck cancer by about 50 percent, with these bacteria being linked to periodontal disease, a severe gum infection affecting the jawbone and surrounding soft tissues, with co-senior author Richard B. Hayes, DDS, MPH, PhD, professor, Department of Population Health, stating, 鈥淏rushing your teeth and flossing may not only help prevent periodontal disease, but may also protect against head and neck cancer.鈥
Why Is My Nose Always Blocked On 1 Side? (Today's Chronic)
(10/7) Board-certified otolaryngologist Anthony Cornetta, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, provides insights into common causes of one-sided nasal congestion, such as the natural nasal cycle, side sleeping, deviated septum, nasal polyps, and alcohol consumption, recommending treatments like nasal sprays, changing sleep positions, and consulting a doctor for persistent issues; he states, 鈥淣asal congestion is a very common problem,鈥 and suggests over-the-counter medications, humidifiers, and hydration as potential remedies.
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What Is Preventative Chemotherapy? 3 Oncologists Explain. (PopSugar)
(10/7) Marleen I. Meyers, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, explains that preventative chemotherapy is used to lower the risk of cancer recurrence by eradicating microscopic cells that remain undetected after surgery.
Hurricane Effects Pose 鈥楾remendous鈥 Health Hazards For Americans, Doctor Warns. (Fox News)
(10/7) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation discussed on 鈥淔ox Report Weekend鈥 the ongoing healthcare challenges following Hurricane Helene, with significant health risks such as mental health issues, dehydration, and disease from contaminated water affecting displaced residents in North Carolina and Georgia, compounded by a shortage of healthcare workers and overwhelmed hospitals, particularly in rural areas.
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