Robert Klitzman, MD, professor of psychiatry, addresses the ethical and health concerns that must be considered in tackling the obesity epidemic and broader public health challenges.
A Columbia study shows a simple smell test and memory exam can predict cognitive decline as accurately as costly brain imaging, offering a more affordable and accessible way to assess dementia.
"Although it's presumed that the MyCite mechanism will improve adherence to treatment regimens, there actually are no data to support that assumption," said Dr. Paul Appelbaum.
"For individual women, this information can be helpful in understanding how their early experiences may be impacting their lives and their pregnancies," said Dr. Elizabeth Fitelson.
Structural differences in the cerebellum may be linked to some aspects of autism spectrum disorder, according to a neuroimaging study from Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC).