NYU Langone Health Named Among Top U.S. Hospitals in 2026-2027 Rankings News & World Report honor roll, identifying it as one of the top 20 hospitals in the country. The 2026-2027 Best Hospital rankings, released Tuesday, evaluated healthcare facilities based on federal Medicare patient and procedure outcome data across specialties such as cardiology, oncology, and … Read more
Older adults who maintain their cognitive abilities over time—a group identified as “cognitive super-agers”—experience fewer unplanned hospitalizations and better overall health outcomes than their peers. A study published in The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry by researchers in Australia found that individuals who preserve mental sharpness throughout their 70s and 80s face a 46% lower … Read more
Three New York City-area hospitals—NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, and New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia and Cornell—earned spots on the U.S. News & World Report “honor roll” in rankings released Tuesday. This distinction is reserved for the top 20 hospitals in the U.S. that provide high-quality care across multiple specialties, according to the publication. NYU Langone Leads in … Read more
Adults living in coastal communities in England and Wales face a significantly higher risk of chronic health conditions in midlife compared to those who move away, driven by a combination of neighbourhood deprivation and selective migration trends, according to a study published in BMJ Public Health and led by UCL researchers. Coastal Health Inequalities Linked … Read more
A study of more than 42,000 U.S. death certificates reveals that mortality rates for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are rising, with significant disparities linked to race, age, and geography. Research published in the journal Neurology indicates that Black patients experience higher mortality rates at younger ages compared to white patients, while cardiovascular conditions like … Read more
A federal judge has placed Arizona’s prison healthcare system under court-ordered receivership, a move that strips state officials of direct control over inmate medical services following years of litigation. The decision, led by U.S. District Judge Roslyn Silver, aims to force systemic improvements in a facility that has faced legal challenges since 2012 regarding the … Read more
Living in a socially vulnerable neighborhood significantly impacts a woman’s cardiovascular health, according to a 20-year study published in Circulation: Population Health and Outcomes. Researchers at the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute found that women in these areas score 6 to 10 points lower on heart health metrics, with faster health declines observed as they … Read more
Rising Cyclosporiasis Cases and Testing Challenges in North Carolina North Carolina has seen a rise in cyclosporiasis cases, with 236 confirmed infections in Wake County and 307 statewide as of July 14, 2026, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The surge has strained healthcare systems, particularly urgent care facilities, as … Read more
Suffolk County Investigates Salmonella Outbreak on Long Island’s East End Health officials in Suffolk County are currently investigating a salmonella outbreak that has led to dozens of hospitalizations on the East End of Long Island. According to Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, 58 patients have been admitted with the foodborne illness since early July. While most … Read more
Nearly 5,000 healthcare workers at Mass General Brigham may begin striking this Wednesday as contract negotiations remain deadlocked. The Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA) has authorized 4,500 Brigham and Women’s Hospital nurses for a one-day strike and 450 MGB Home Care clinicians for a seven-day stoppage to address disputes over wages, benefits, and working conditions. Why … Read more