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‘On The Shoulders Of Giants’: Documentary Explores �ٺ���Ƶ’s Orthopedic Legacy. (Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review)

(8/29) A documentary chronicling the history of �ٺ���Ƶ Orthopedics, titled “On the Shoulders of Giants,” was initially commissioned as a 30-minute film but was expanded to a feature-length by director Peter Sanders, with the support of executive producers Kenneth A. Egol, MD, the Joseph E. Milgram Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, vice-chair, Academic Affairs, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, chief, Division of Orthopedic Trauma, and Joseph D. Zuckerman, MD, the Walter A. L. Thompson Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, and became a finalist for Best Documentaries at the 23rd Tribeca Festival; Dr. Egol explained, “We thought it’d be a good idea to start looking at all the luminary orthopedic surgeons in the history of the hospital and write a biography,” while Dr. Zuckerman remarked, “Our impact on orthopedics is not only in the people we train, but geographically, is throughout the Tri-state area and expanding into other areas.”

Devastating Breast Cancer Spike Linked To 9/11 World Trade Center Dust; New Study Reveals Genetic Connection. (SurvivorNet)

(9/2) New research published in the International Society for Environmental Epidemiology examines how DNA methylation, a process that alters gene activity, is linked to an increased risk of several cancers, including breast cancer, among rescuers and survivors of the September 11, 2001, World Trade Center attack in New York City, with senior study author Alan A. Arslan, associate professor, Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Population Health, “These findings help explain why World Trade Center rescuers and survivors are more prone to certain types of cancer, including breast cancer.”

ER Visits Increasing Among City Hospitals. (Politico Pro)

*Paywalled (9/3)* Hospitals in New York City are expanding their emergency rooms and increasing staffing to accommodate a 6.5 percent rise in ER visits, attributed to delayed care during the Covid-19 pandemic, the aging population’s acute medical needs, and the ongoing opioid epidemic, according to data from the Greater New York Hospital Association; �ٺ���Ƶ Health reported a “notable increase” in patients from the area served by the downsizing Mount Sinai Beth Israel, prompting an 18 percent increase in nurse staffing in the ER, Steve Ritea, senior director, Media Relations, said, adding, “Volume has only continued to rise.”

Perioperative Mortality Low For Living Kidney Donors. (Physician's Weekly)

(8/30) Perioperative mortality following living kidney donation has decreased to 0.9 deaths per 10,000 between 2013 and 2022, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, with Allan B. Massie, PhD, associate professor, Departments of Surgery, and Population Health, and colleagues conducting a national registry study using data from the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients for living kidney donors from 1993 to 2022.

Also reporting is (9/3).

I’m A Doctor – Here’s How To Keep Your Bones Strong For A Lifetime. (New York Post)

The (9/3) Paula J. Rackoff, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, advises that bone health is crucial for everyone, particularly those in midlife and beyond, as an estimated 10.2 million people aged 50 and older have osteoporosis, and approximately 43.3 million more have low bone mass, with women in perimenopause and menopause at heightened risk due to declining estrogen levels, and individuals with hormonal disorders, chronic inflammatory conditions, or autoimmune diseases should also be screened for osteoporosis.,

Families Of People Who Died After Pig Organ Transplants Have No Regrets. (NBC News)

(8/30) Robert Montgomery, MD, PhD, the H. Leon Pachter, MD, Professor of Surgery, chair, Department of Surgery, director, �ٺ���Ƶ Transplant Institute, said many people on the transplant waiting list are interested in a xenotransplant, stating, “I can’t tell you how many people call my office every week who want this. That’s what I think is underappreciated, is how desperate people are,” and all of the researchers are eager to try another transplant as soon as they can find the right candidate and get FDA approval.

What A Weekend Snooze Could Do For Your Heart Health, According To New Research. (CNN)

(8/30) New research indicates that chronic sleep deprivation can negatively impact cardiovascular health, with findings suggesting people getting the most weekend compensatory sleep had a 19% lower risk of developing heart disease, which will be presented at the European Society of Cardiology’s annual congress; Nieca Goldberg, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, commented via email, “While the study does have limitations, such as focusing exclusively on the UK population, its findings underscore the negative impact of chronic sleep deprivation on cardiovascular health.”

Part Of Taking A Good (Human) Patient History Includes Asking About Pet Vaccinations. (MDEdge)

(8/30) Arthur L. Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor, Department of Population Health, Division of Medical Ethics, discusses the ethics of the growing number of people expressing vaccine hesitancy when it comes to vaccinating their pets.

Beyond The Paycheck: Top Non-Salary Perks For Doctors. (Medscape)

Paywalled* (8/30)* Priya Jaisinghani, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, negotiated a 4-day workweek to prioritize work-life balance when she took her first job out of fellowship in 2022, saying, “I was able to prioritize work-life balance from the start”; she also appreciated the mentorship, access to trainees, and autonomy provided by �ٺ���Ƶ Health, adding, “After dedicating so many years to medical training, you want to look for some degree of autonomy in building your practice.”

Index Of Symptoms Can Identify Long COVID In Children, Adolescents. (Infectious Disease Advisor)

(8/30) A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that postacute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) can be identified using an index of symptoms unique to school-aged children and adolescents, according to research led by Rachel S. Gross, MD, associate professor, Departments of Pediatrics, and Population Health, involving 898 school-aged children and 4,469 adolescents recruited from over 60 U.S. healthcare and community settings.

Also reporting is (8/31).

KAVITHA: Invest In Our Future Physicians’ Medical Education. (Cavalier Daily (VA))

The (9/1) In an opinion piece, columnist Gayathri Kavitha argues that the University of Virginia should reduce or totally eliminate medical school tuition, citing that in August 2018, Chair of the �ٺ���Ƶ Board of Trustees Ken Langone donated millions to NYU Grossman and Long Island School of Medicine, making them tuition-free.

Performer From Springfield ‘Grateful’ For Support Amid Kidney Failure, Genetic Disease. (Springfield (MO) News-Leader)

The Springfield (MO) News-Leader (8/31) Brandon Looney, diagnosed with end-stage kidney disease and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome, is hosting a fundraising event, “I Still Feel Alive,” at Théâtre XIV in Brooklyn, New York, on Monday, Sept. 9, to support his post-kidney transplant recovery, with all proceeds going directly to him; potential donors can contact the �ٺ���Ƶ Health Kidney Transplant Program to determine eligibility through a blood test.

A Study Found Lead And Arsenic In Some Tampons. Are They Safe To Use? (WISH-TV Indianapolis)

Indianapolis (8/30) A study discovered that some tampons might contain toxic metals like arsenic, lead, and cadmium, raising concerns about their safety for regular use; Sasha Hernandez, MD, clinical assistant professor, Departments of Population Health, and Obstetrics and Gynecology, pointed out, “The vagina tissue is different from other tissue and it’s more absorptive but this study did not look at absorption rates.”

Also reporting are Minneapolis-St.Paul, MN (8/30), Baton Rouge, LA (9/2), Harlingen, TX (9/3), and Greensboro, NC (9/2).

7 Doctor-Approved Ways To Get Rid Of Hiccups. (Yahoo! Lifestyle)

(8/29) “Hiccups are very common and usually benign Julia Adamian, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, section chief, General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, Tisch Hospital, said, explaining that they can be caused by many things.

ABYSS: Safety Signal Seen When Beta-Blockers Stopped In Post-MI Patients. (TCTMD)

(8/30) A randomized trial presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2024 revealed that stopping beta-blockers in patients with a history of myocardial infarction may be harmful compared to continued treatment, as the ABYSS trial failed to meet noninferiority criteria for the primary endpoint of all-cause mortality, nonfatal MI, nonfatal stroke, or cardiovascular hospitalizations; Sripal Bangalore, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, remarked that while beta-blockers were “not noninferior” for the primary endpoint, secondary endpoints indicate stopping treatment does not increase the risk of all-cause mortality, MI, or stroke, adding, “Everything seems to be driven by hospitalization for cardiovascular causes, which is a softer endpoint.”

Drug-Resistant Fungus Is Raising International Concern. (Skeptic Society Magazine)

(8/30) A patient with persistent scaly, itchy skin lesions, initially misdiagnosed as ringworm, was treated by Avrom S. Caplan, MD, assistant professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, who identified the condition as a severe infection caused by the newly named fungal species Trichophyton indotineae, leading to the first reported cases in the U.S. being documented in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.

Generative AI Simplifies Echocardiogram Results And Engineers New Antibiotics. (Medium)

(9/1) A study by clinicians at �ٺ���Ƶ Health, published in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging, found that a GPT4-based system can be used to explain echocardiogram results to patients by analyzing doctor-written reports on a common type of echo test and generating human-friendly explanations, which may reduce clinician workload and provide fast, accurate explanations of test results.

11 High-Protein Breakfasts To Burn Fat And Kickstart Your Day. (Best Life)

(9/2) “Greek yogurt is an excellent source of protein and a great option if you’re looking for something quick, filling, and portable,” clinical nutritionist Heather A. Hodson, RDN, CDN, CDCES, dietitian nutritionist, Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease said, recommending it as a versatile food that can be enjoyed with eggs, fruit, or oatmeal.

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall To Miss At Least Four Games On Non-Football Injury List After Shooting. (Head Topics)

(9/1) “With Yankees’ Anthony Rizzo set to come off of the injured list after suffering a wrist injury in mid-June, Lauren E. Borowski, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, �ٺ���Ƶ Sports Medicine Center, joins New York Post Sports anchor Dexter Henry to discuss the first baseman’s recovery and whether the veteran will be limited during the Bombers’ 2024 pennant chase.”

Eating More Of These Foods Can Lessen Painful Period Cramps. (Yahoo! Lifestyle)

(8/30) Taraneh Shirazian, MD, associate professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, director, Center for Fibroid Care, said that while there is limited data on the topic, certain anti-inflammatory foods and supplements might help reduce local inflammation and cramps.

At-Home Microbiome Tests Are Everywhere. (Vogue (UK))

(8/31) Roshini Raj, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, said that in rodents, specific microbiomes have been linked to different personalities.

What Is The Best Protein Powder? Dietitian Shares The ‘Healthiest’ Kind. (USA Today)

(8/31) Gregory Katz, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, previously told USA TODAY that while whey, soy, pea, and casein are complete proteins containing all nine essential amino acids, incorporating a variety of protein sources, fruits, and vegetables in your diet will ensure you receive all necessary amino acids, even if not within the same meal.

Sleeping Longer On Weekends Could Lower Heart Disease Risk By 20%, Study Finds. (Fox News)

(8/29) A Gallup poll found that 57% of adults would “feel better if they got more sleep,” while only 42% believe they get “as much sleep as they need”; new research suggests that sleeping late on weekends can benefit heart health, with Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation describing the findings as “revealing” and stating, “Although it’s not a double-blinded prospective randomized trial, it shows a significant decrease in the risk of heart disease in a large group who slept more on weekends.”

In a separate article, (9/1) Research published in The New England Journal of Medicine, also presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress, suggests that a single blood test screening for three risk factors could predict a woman’s future heart disease risk; Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, who was not involved in the study, remarked it is a “big step forward” in using blood tests to determine a woman’s cardiac risk.

In a separate embedded video, (9/1) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation reacts to Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s warning about parental stress becoming a public health issue.

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Kidney Disease Medication Found To Reduce Risk Of Cardiovascular Death In Certain Heart Failure Patients In New Study. (CNN)

(9/1) A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that finerenone, a medication used for chronic kidney disease in type 2 diabetes patients, reduces the risk of worsening heart failure and cardiovascular death in individuals with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction; Michelle Bloom, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, Division of Heart Failure, NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, said in an email, “I would certainly consider using finerenone,” but added, “However, I think the question is what the benefit of finerenone will be over the more traditional MRAs such as spironolactone and eplerenone. This remains to be answered.”

Also reporting is (9/2).