https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-rss/?orgId=121151&title=News A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Venkatesh Lab en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Fri, 15 May 2026 01:54:59 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/why-you-shouldnt-use-ai-to-tell-you-when-to-go-to-the-emergency-room/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/why-you-shouldnt-use-ai-to-tell-you-when-to-go-to-the-emergency-room/ Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss why you shouldn’t use AI to tell you when to go to the emergency department. And new research shows that the secret to healthy aging may lie in the thymus. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-ranks-2-nationally-in-nih-funding/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-ranks-2-nationally-in-nih-funding/ For the eighth consecutive year, the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine was recognized among the nation’s leaders in National Institutes of Health (NIH) research funding, ranking #2 in the U.S. according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. This year’s achievement is marked by an extraordinary expansion in faculty success, with 14 faculty members receiving NIH funding and 9 among the top 100 NIH-funded emergency medicine investigators nationwide. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/liu-appointed-vice-chair-of-faculty-affairs/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/liu-appointed-vice-chair-of-faculty-affairs/ Rachel Liu, MBBCh, FACEP, FAIUM, has been appointed Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs in Yale's Department of Emergency Medicine, where she will oversee faculty development, promotion reviews, and wellness initiatives while building on her extensive experience in emergency medicine education and ultrasound training. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-avoid-cooking-injuries-as-you-prep-for-thanksgiving/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/how-to-avoid-cooking-injuries-as-you-prep-for-thanksgiving/ In today’s Health Headlines, what a one-week social media break can do for you, how to avoid cooking injuries as you prep for Thanksgiving, and tips for managing stress during family gatherings. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine and Yale Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2025/11/24/staying-out-emergency-department-winter https://news.yale.edu/2025/11/24/staying-out-emergency-department-winter The winter is a busy time for emergency departments across the country. In a Q&A, Arjun Venkatesh explains why that is—and how to stay safe as the weather gets colder. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/parwani-appointed-vice-chair-of-clinical-affairs/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/parwani-appointed-vice-chair-of-clinical-affairs/ Vivek Parwani, MD, has been appointed as Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/can-treatment-resistant-epilepsy-improve-over-time/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/can-treatment-resistant-epilepsy-improve-over-time/ In today’s Health Headlines, can treatment-resistant epilepsy improve over time? Are melatonin supplements bad for your heart? And what resources are available for people who rely on emergency rooms for regular medical care? Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/yales-head-of-emergency-medicine-discusses-health-challenges https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/yales-head-of-emergency-medicine-discusses-health-challenges Arjun Venkatesh, MD, MBA, Yale’s chair of emergency medicine, talks about his career and health care in general in this Q&A. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2025/10/09/during-tripledemic-some-hospitals-overflowed-while-others-had-empty-beds https://news.yale.edu/2025/10/09/during-tripledemic-some-hospitals-overflowed-while-others-had-empty-beds In 2022, the respiratory viral season saw a surge in children hospitalized with RSV, flu, and SARS-CoV-2. A new Yale study investigates what that meant for bed shortages in hospitals across the country. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/increases-in-physician-attrition-rates-could-worsen-shortages/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/increases-in-physician-attrition-rates-could-worsen-shortages/ A decade-long analysis of physicians reveals an acceleration in doctors permanently leaving practice, a trend likely to worsen physician shortages. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:00:00 Z https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/reduce-risk-diabetes-minimal-weight-143433102.html https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/reduce-risk-diabetes-minimal-weight-143433102.html NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) In today's health headlines, how to reduce your risk of diabetes with minimal weight loss, men live an average of five years less than women, one theory on how to change that, and what to know about the new world screwworm. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/emergency-medicine-residency-yale/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/emergency-medicine-residency-yale/ Thinking about a career in Emergency Medicine? This article breaks down what to expect in an EM residency—from the pace and culture to career development opportunities. Yale’s unique EM residency offers cutting-edge training from world-renowned experts and leading researchers, state-of-the-art simulations, and high-impact clinical practice. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 16:05:00 Z https://www.ctinsider.com/business/article/ct-emergency-room-boarding-hospitals-20363439.php https://www.ctinsider.com/business/article/ct-emergency-room-boarding-hospitals-20363439.php Connecticut hospitals are facing a growing crisis as nearly 4 in 10 patients admitted through the ER are stuck waiting in hallways for hours—some hospitals see even higher rates. Despite efforts like new laws and even using AI to help, experts say the problem is only getting worse and needs urgent action. Sun, 22 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2025/05/13/learning-life-saving-skills-and-exploring-career-possibilities https://news.yale.edu/2025/05/13/learning-life-saving-skills-and-exploring-career-possibilities The Yale Simulation Academy, a free afterschool program for New Haven Public School students, offers practical lessons on medical interventions and insight into health care careers. Wed, 14 May 2025 14:00:00 Z https://www.npr.org/2025/03/16/nx-s1-5325974/the-u-s-s-hospital-bed-shortage-is-in-danger-of-reaching-a-critical-threshold https://www.npr.org/2025/03/16/nx-s1-5325974/the-u-s-s-hospital-bed-shortage-is-in-danger-of-reaching-a-critical-threshold There is a shortage of beds in hospitals across the United States. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with doctor Arjun Venkatesh of Yale School about it. Sun, 16 Mar 2025 11:55:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-national-leader/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-national-leader/ For the fourth consecutive year, the Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) at Yale School of Medicine has ranked #1 in the nation for National Institutes of Health (NIH) research funding, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. Tue, 11 Mar 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/new-non-opioid-pain-medication-and-how-ai-can-spot-heart-conditions/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/new-non-opioid-pain-medication-and-how-ai-can-spot-heart-conditions/ Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine and Yale Medicine talks about the newly approved non-opioid pain medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Plus, new research about AI’s ability to spot heart conditions and treat seizures post-stroke. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:55:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-about-the-hmpv-virus/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-about-the-hmpv-virus/ In today’s health headlines, the HMPV virus and what you need to know. Plus, wildfire smoke and air quality, and is iodine deficiency an emerging health issue? Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.yahoo.com/news/why-may-want-plug-air-144037029.html https://www.yahoo.com/news/why-may-want-plug-air-144037029.html NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) In today's health headlines, what to know about drones and how they're used in healthcare. Why you may want to plug in an air purifier this time of year, and some first wintry storm insights from an emergency room expert, Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://www.yahoo.com/news/hitting-aging-glass-ceiling-151210175.html https://www.yahoo.com/news/hitting-aging-glass-ceiling-151210175.html NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) In today's health headlines, testing of the nation's milk supply for bird flu has begun, plus, is there a connection between chocolate intake and diabetes risk? And, are we hitting an aging glass ceiling? Arjun Venkatesh, MD, chair of emergency medicine at both Yale School of Medicine and Yale Medicine joined anchor Laura Hutchinson. Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-for-national-hiv-aids-awareness-month/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-for-national-hiv-aids-awareness-month/ In today’s health headlines, it’s National HIV/AIDS Awareness Month and also Flu Vaccination Awareness Month. Plus, holiday safety advice for December. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine and Yale Medicine, joined good morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-are-standing-desks-not-a-great-alternative-to-sitting/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-are-standing-desks-not-a-great-alternative-to-sitting/ Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale Medicine and Yale School of Medicine, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss signs that sexually transmitted infections are declining. Could standing desks not be a great alternative to sitting? And if you’ve been under the weather, how to know when your symptoms warrant a trip to the emergency room? Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:45:00 Z https://www.emergencyphysicians.org/press-releases/2024/9-30-24-emergency-physician-leaders-honored-during-acep24 https://www.emergencyphysicians.org/press-releases/2024/9-30-24-emergency-physician-leaders-honored-during-acep24 Arjun K. Venkatesh, MD, MBA, MHS, FACEP, honored along with other emergency medicine leaders at ACEP24 conference. He is recipient of the Pamela P. Bensen Trailblazer Award presented to a current ACEP member for groundbreaking contributions to the growth of ACEP and emergency medicine. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 11:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2024/08/15/sick-days-assessing-economic-costs-long-covid https://news.yale.edu/2024/08/15/sick-days-assessing-economic-costs-long-covid Those with more severe long COVID are more likely to miss more workdays or not return to work at all, a new study finds. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/will-covid-vaccines-for-the-fall-arrive-in-time-to-make-a-difference/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/will-covid-vaccines-for-the-fall-arrive-in-time-to-make-a-difference/ Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine for Yale School of Medicine and Yale Medicine, discusses the arrival of COVID-19 vaccines for the fall, how effective are routine blood tests for long-term COVID-19, and is any alcohol consumption good for your health? Wed, 14 Aug 2024 17:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/iscoe-receives-ycci-scholar-award-for-ai-research-on-drug-reactions/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/iscoe-receives-ycci-scholar-award-for-ai-research-on-drug-reactions/ Mark Iscoe, MD, MHS, has received a Yale Center for Clinical Investigation (YCCI) Scholar Award to research adverse drug reactions using large language models and artificial intelligence. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 13:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-em-has-prodigious-showing-at-saem24/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-em-has-prodigious-showing-at-saem24/ Yale Emergency Medicine shone brightly at SAEM24, earning numerous awards and delivering over 50 diverse presentations, highlighting their significant contributions to academic emergency medicine. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:00 Z https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-05-23/connecticut-er-visits-wait-times-three-hours-boarding-hospital https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-05-23/connecticut-er-visits-wait-times-three-hours-boarding-hospital Emergency room visits in Connecticut have surged, leading to longer wait times with increased patient volume and prolonged hospital stays for patients awaiting inpatient beds​. What solutions are underway? Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-why-the-recommended-age-to-begin-mammograms-is-now-40/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-why-the-recommended-age-to-begin-mammograms-is-now-40/ Arjun Venkatesh, MD, MBA, MHS, joined News 8 to discuss, is being angry bad for your heart? The recommended age to begin mammograms is now 40 and birthrates are at a history low in the U.S. Wed, 01 May 2024 17:00:00 Z https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/26/health/emergency-room-wait-times-kff-partner-content-wellness/index.html https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/26/health/emergency-room-wait-times-kff-partner-content-wellness/index.html ER wait times in the United States have significantly increased over the past few years, with patients waiting longer for treatment due to various factors including staffing shortages and increased demand for services. How do we address these challenges moving forward? Fri, 26 Apr 2024 09:30:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-health-advisory-issued-by-the-cdc-on-contaminated-botox/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-health-advisory-issued-by-the-cdc-on-contaminated-botox/ In this episode of WTNH Health Headlines, Dr. Arjun Venkatesh joined News 8 to discuss: nursing homes now have a minimum staffing rule, how your partner’s stroke could impact your mental health and a health advisory by the CDC on contaminated botox. Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:10:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/equity-measures-hospital-readmissions/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/equity-measures-hospital-readmissions/ A recent collaborative study conducted by Yale researchers sought to apply these methods towards developing a framework for measuring equitable readmissions to the hospital, and to identify hospitals that have equitable rates of readmission. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-ranks-first-for-third-year-in-nih-funding/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-ranks-first-for-third-year-in-nih-funding/ For the third year in a row, the Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) at the Yale School of Medicine ranked first in the nation in research dollars awarded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2023, as tabulated by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-how-using-marijuana-can-affect-your-health/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-how-using-marijuana-can-affect-your-health/ In today’s health headlines, how using marijuana as little as once a month can affect your health, the breast cancer death rate has dropped by 58% and why next season’s flu shot will include one less strain. The chair of emergency medicine at Yale Medicine and professor at Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, joined News 8 to discuss these topics. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 18:07:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-what-to-know-about-the-eye-ointment-recall/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-what-to-know-about-the-eye-ointment-recall/ In this segment from WTNH, eye ointment sold at Walmart and CVS are being recalled, what do you need to know about a new drug for children’s food allergies and how often do emergency room trips result in a cancer diagnosis? Doctor Arjun Venkatesh, Chair of Emergency Medicine at Yale Medicine and Professor at Yale School of Medicine joined Ann Nyberg on News 8. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 17:44:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-physicians-pioneer-transformative-data-to-action-infrastructure-powering-evidence-based-care-for-opioid-use-disorder/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-physicians-pioneer-transformative-data-to-action-infrastructure-powering-evidence-based-care-for-opioid-use-disorder/ Emergency departments (EDs) are essential but underutilized access points for opioid use disorder diagnosis and treatment. Harnessing electronic health record (EHR) data to drive infrastructure development and service improvement is one promising pathway toward maximizing the potential of EDs to connect individuals with opioid use disorder to care. A new clinical trial funded through the National Institutes of Health Helping End Addiction Long-term (HEAL) Data2Action Initiative proposes to do just that. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-covid-19-and-flu-cases-are-up/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-covid-19-and-flu-cases-are-up/ NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — In today’s health headlines, we discuss COVID-19 and flu cases on the rise, what to know about the cluster of hepatitis cases nearby and poison centers having huge increases in calls related to accidental overdoses of weight-loss drugs. Wed, 13 Dec 2023 21:25:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-why-you-should-ingest-less-salt/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-why-you-should-ingest-less-salt/ COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising across the country, the rate of suicides involving guns has reached a record high and what just one teaspoon less of salt per day can do for your blood pressure. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale medicine and a professor at Yale School of Medicine joined News 8 to discuss these topics. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 20:35:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-what-to-know-about-health-care-worker-burnout/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-what-to-know-about-health-care-worker-burnout/ What you need to know about health care worker burnout, updated RSV shot recommendations as cases rise and toddler formulas. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of the department of emergency medicine and a professor at the Yale School of Medicine joined News 8 to discuss each of these topics. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 18:13:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/wong-and-team-at-yale-emergency-medicine-receive-dollar69-million-pcori-award/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/wong-and-team-at-yale-emergency-medicine-receive-dollar69-million-pcori-award/ A research team led by Ambrose Wong, MD, MSEd, MHS, from the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine, has been approved for a $6.9 million research funding award by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). This will be the first study to evaluate the impact of introducing peers into the emergency department (ED) workforce to help patients in emotional and psychiatric distress. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/video/health-headlines-best-time-to-take-an-at-home-covid-test/ https://www.wtnh.com/video/health-headlines-best-time-to-take-an-at-home-covid-test/ In today’s health headlines, discover the best time to take an at-home COVID-19 test, the benefits of short bursts of activity and what to know about binge drinking. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine at Yale Medicine and professor at Yale School of Medicine joined News 8 to discuss these topics. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:46:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-how-emergency-departments-are-adapting-to-the-mental-health-crisis/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-how-emergency-departments-are-adapting-to-the-mental-health-crisis/ In today’s health headlines, an air quality alert has been issued for southern Connecticut. Plus how emergency departments are adapting to the mental health crisis and what to know about the rise in substance abuse among seniors. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, the chair of emergency medicine at Yale Medicine and a professor at Yale School of Medicine, joined Ann Nyberg on News 8 to discuss these topics. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 22:30:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-women-faculty-recognized-nationally/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/yale-emergency-medicine-women-faculty-recognized-nationally/ The accomplishments of the Yale Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) faculty were acknowledged in spades this spring, here on campus and across the country. Wed, 28 Jun 2023 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/venkatesh-will-lead-emergency-medicine-at-yale/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/lab/venkatesh/news-article/venkatesh-will-lead-emergency-medicine-at-yale/ Arjun Venkatesh, MD, MBA, MHS, will become chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine and chief of Emergency Medicine at Yale New Haven Hospital, effective March 1, 2023. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-should-people-resume-wearing-masks/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-should-people-resume-wearing-masks/ Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, the chief of emergency medicine administration at Yale Medicine and associate professor at Yale School of Medicine, joined News 8 to address the concerns of the COVID subvariant XBB 1.5 affecting the Northeast, bird flu and masking in a smart way during flu season. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 04:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2022/09/30/emergency-department-crowding-hits-crisis-levels-risking-patient-safety https://news.yale.edu/2022/09/30/emergency-department-crowding-hits-crisis-levels-risking-patient-safety In a pair of new studies, Yale researchers document a widespread and increasing level of overcrowding in America’s emergency departments (EDs), a crisis that puts patient safety and access to care at risk. Sat, 01 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/yale-doctor-on-how-rollout-of-new-covid-19-boosters-will-look/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/yale-doctor-on-how-rollout-of-new-covid-19-boosters-will-look/ New COVID-19 vaccine booster shots are rolling out sooner than most expected, after Labor Day. Both Pfizer and Moderna have now applied for emergency use authorization and the government is expected to act fast. Yale Medicine Physician Arjun Venkatesh explains how the new booster will protect against both the BA.4 and BA.5 strains of the omicron variant. Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:00:00 Z