NYU Langone Health

07/28/2026

How much do you really know about fibroids?

For Fibroid Awareness Month, Dr. Tara Shirazian, director of our Center for Fibroid Care, is busting some of the biggest myths about the disease, covering everything from treatment options to whether a hysterectomy is the only way to remove them.

Share this with someone in your life who may benefit from learning more about fibroids, and visit the link to learn more about our Center for Fibroid Care ➡️ https://nyulangone.org/care-services/center-for-fibroid-care

07/28/2026

07/24/2026

07/24/2026

Just two days after undergoing minimally invasive treatment for prostate cancer at NYU Langone Health, Broadway performer André De Shields was back where he wanted to be: onstage rehearsing for his next show.

André was NYU Langone’s 1,000th patient to receive focal cryotherapy, a targeted procedure that treats cancer while helping preserve healthy prostate tissue—and requires no hospital stay. For the Tony- and Grammy-winning performer, it offered a path forward that fit both his medical needs and his life onstage.

“I relish being a symbol of survival,” André says.

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After prostate cancer treatment at NYU Langone, Broadway performer André De Shields and Navy veteran Bill Megela quickly returned to doing what they love.

07/22/2026

Emerging research suggests gut health may play a role in protecting vision as we age.

NYU Langone's Dr. Dimitra Skondra, a retinal ophthalmologist, recently spoke with Business Insider about two habits she follows to support a healthy microbiome and potentially reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration.

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An ophthalmologist said poor gut health could be tied to a greater chance of permanent vision loss as we age. Here's how she's combating it.

07/19/2026

The most important part of soccer doesn't always happen on the field.

If you’ve been inspired to get out on the pitch this summer, don't overlook what happens once you walk off the field. Recovery plays a huge role in how you feel, how you perform, and how quickly you're ready for your next game.

Dr. Salvador Portugal, a sports medicine physician at NYU Langone Health and a soccer player himself, shares the four recovery habits elite players rely on to bounce back after a match. And while they're essential for soccer players, these same habits can help anyone recover after a workout or a day of physical activity. They're simple, practical, and probably already part of your routine—you may just need to be a little more intentional about them.

Save this video for your next game, workout, or training session, and share it with a friend who'd find it helpful too ⚽

07/17/2026

As more information emerges about the Cyclospora outbreak, there are still plenty of questions—and misconceptions—about this parasite.

NYU Langone Health gastroenterologist Dr. Rabia de Latour is breaking down the facts, debunking common myths, and sharing what you should know to protect yourself and your loved ones.

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07/17/2026

07/17/2026

Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is once again impacting air quality across New York City and other parts of the U.S.

Dr. Neelima Tummala, an otolaryngologist at NYU Langone Health, spoke with ABC7NY about how smoky air can affect your health and why it's important to limit your exposure.

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07/17/2026

From egg freezing and IVF to perimenopause and fertility testing, understanding your reproductive health can help you make informed decisions

Dr. James Grifo, director of the NYU Langone Fertility Center, recently joined The Tamsen Show Podcast to discuss fertility, hormone changes, and what every woman should know when planning for the future.

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If you're thinking about egg freezing, IVF, fertility decline, peri...