Prior authorization bans for opioid treatment may not improve retention

State laws that ban insurance prior authorization for buprenorphine, used for opioid use disorder, may not help more patients stay in treatment for the recommended 180 days, Weill Cornell Medicine researchers report.

New model may predict preeclampsia in late pregnancy

A machine-learning model developed by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators may provide clinicians with an early warning of a complication that can occur late in pregnancy.

ILR, unions offer NYC construction workers innovative emotional first aid

The ILR School’s Worker Institute and unions launched an innovative peer support initiative to destigmatize mental health and reduce suicide in New York City’s construction industry.

‘Faster and smarter’: Cornell Tech helps advance NYC priorities

A first-of-its-kind fellowship program embeds mid-career professionals in New York City government agencies, accelerating critical projects and deepening Cornell Tech's partnership with the city.

CCE helps Long Island residents save on energy bills

The Long Island Regional Clean Energy Hub offers residents and businesses free guidance and subsidies to reduce their energy use, transition to clean energy and lower their heating and electricity bills. 

New strategies aim at HIV’s last strongholds

A new study has overcome a long-standing challenge: how to isolate and study elusive HIV-infected cells called authentic reservoir clones that evade the immune system, making the disease difficult to cure.

Cornell Tech names Chief of Health Innovation, launches Health Tech Hub Advisory Committee

Cornell Tech has appointed Tanzeem Choudhury as its Chief of Health Innovation and has formed a new Health Tech Hub Advisory Committee composed of leaders from across the healthcare industry.

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How food shortages reprogram immune system response

When food is scarce, stress hormones direct the immune system to operate in “low power” mode to preserve immune function while conserving energy.

Robotic medical crash cart eases workload for healthcare teams

Researchers have unveiled a robotic crash cart that uses verbal and visual cues to help healthcare teams access the right tools — fast. 

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