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A significant amount of #research takes place in universities, “where doctors, scientists, and engineers make critical discoveries that lead to treatments people use every day," says James McKiernan, MD, CEO of ColumbiaDoctors. Every treatment has a journey of discovery.

Columbia endocrinologist Jacqueline Lonier specializes in caring for adults with diabetes and emphasizes the importance of having a plan in place before holiday gatherings. She shares tips to help people with diabetes navigate the holiday season while staying happy and healthy. columbiamed.link/3QPdga8

Despite practicing in the multicultural community of Washington Heights, Dr. Hiral Shah noticed that few of her patients were Black or Brown. She created PD Movers in 2021 to address the gap and provide culturally informed Parkinson’s books, educational videos, and webinars for Black and Brown communities. columbiamed.link/4z8i8vj

A @ColumbiaMSPH survey of 50,000 people across 92 countries found that mental health is declining globally, particularly among young people even in the wealthiest nations. columbiamed.link/4AqY6gA

If you’ve ever had allergies, sinus infections, or a bad cold, you’ve probably felt their impact on your daily life. One possible solution frequently discussed is nasal rinsing. Columbia ENT specialist Dr. Jonathan Overdevest shares the benefits of nasal rinsing and how to do it safely. columbiamed.link/4gAIePh

Congrats to @ColumbiaPS alum @AbdulElSayed (’14) on his election to the U.S. Senate, representing Michigan. He is one of six Columbians headed to Washington, D.C., in January as members of the 120th United States Congress.

Columbia researchers led by @CUSEAS and @ColumbiaPS' Mijo Simunovic have created lab-grown stem-cell models that reconstruct the earliest steps in human placenta formation, offering a powerful new tool for studying how pregnancy begins and why it often fails. columbiamed.link/4iB1oYr

As a graduate student in the @ColumbiaPS Neurobiology & Behavior PhD Program, Tate Yawitz is exploring the neurobiology of naked mole rats, whose eccentricities may hold clues to better ways of treating pain in people. columbiamed.link/4kiZ3CX

From Jurassic Park to award-winning research, @ColumbiaPS PhD student Andrew Alamban’s curiosity about science has come full circle. We spoke to him recently about his scientific journey and how his current research on fruit flies may have human health implications. columbiamed.link/3WmJRKW

A new framework outlines how cardiovascular risk factors and care needs evolve throughout a woman's life. Dr. Jennifer Haythe, co-director of Columbia's Women's Heart Center, sees this as a change worth celebrating: “For the first time, four major medical groups agree that a woman’s heart health is shaped by every stage of her life, from her first period to menopause.” columbiamed.link/4ksT12q

When deciding between collagen and glucosamine for arthritis management, Dr. Loren Fishman notes that collagen supplementation may be particularly beneficial for older adults, whose natural collagen production can become less efficient with age. columbiamed.link/4yRZ0RV

In a recent feature for The Boneyard Project, Columbia orthopedic surgeon Dr. William N. Levine highlights the pioneering women of New York Orthopedic Hospital and Columbia Orthopedics and the pathways they’ve helped build for the next generation. Read more: columbiamed.link/4rUs1uw

Hundreds of scientists recently attended the inaugural @ColumbiaPS Frontiers in Research Symposium that showcased the most innovative biomedical research conducted at Columbia University. At the end of each day of talks, well-attended poster sessions gave attendees more opportunities to learn from insights across fields and catalyze new research ideas. columbiamed.link/3X16Uep

From Halloween candy to playground falls, dental injuries to front teeth are common in children and teens. While some injuries can wait for a dentist, others need immediate attention. Columbia Dental's Dr. Zaher Jabbour explains which injuries need what kind of care—and how to help prevent accidents in the first place. columbiamed.link/4kuUiGc

A new national study by @ColumbiaMSPH and @BUSPH found that one in 10 LGBTQ+ college students reported discrimination in the past year, increasing depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and avoidance of health care. columbiamed.link/4zmGpia

What does it mean to grow up with Down syndrome? The answer can look very different from one child to another. We spoke with Columbia doctors Shaguna Mathur and Jacqueline Steele to discuss what causes Down syndrome, address common misconceptions, and share how early treatments and supportive services can help children thrive. columbiamed.link/4zRN17K

Contrast enhanced mammography, or CEM, is positioned to help fill a gap in breast cancer screening, particularly for women with dense breasts who could benefit from more sensitive testing, but who may not need, or be able to have, a breast MRI. Director of the CEM program at Columbia, Dr. Janice Sung, explains what CEM is, the benefits it offers, and what could be next for this new screening approach. columbiamed.link/4suQ7MF

Students across the medical center recently gathered to celebrate Homecoming on Haven, which included plentiful food, lively entertainment, ebullient school spirit, and numerous University- and school-sponsored information stations. columbiamed.link/4igwJOA