Health & science
כוכב הלכת מאדים, כפי שצולם על ידי מארס גלובל סרוויור, חללית רובוטית אמריקנית שפותחה עבור נאס"א על ידי המעבדה להנעה סילונית ושוגרה בנובמבר 1996
What time is it on Mars? We finally know the answer
Physicists at NIST have calculated exactly how time diverges on Mars, showing clocks there run hundreds of microseconds faster each day due to weaker gravity and the planet’s eccentric orbit — a key step toward future navigation and communication across planets
Yogev Israeli | 22:49 | 12.04.25
דמיטרי נויאנזין מאמן כושר דום לב
Experts sound alarm after viral 10,000-calorie challenge kills fitness influencer
After the sudden death of Russian fitness trainer Dmitry Nuyanzin, who consumed 10,000 calories a day in an online challenge, experts warn that extreme metabolic strain can cause organ failure and fatal arrhythmias, even in healthy young adults
Eitan Gefen | 13:42 | 12.04.25
ריצה
Regular workouts but no progress? This common mistake could be the reason
An international study of more than a million adults over a decade found exercise still saves lives, but its benefits drop by nearly half in areas with heavy air pollution; what happens to the body on high-pollution days, and how can people keep training safely?
ynet | 05:33 | 12.04.25
נגיף הקורונה
Ten families around the world appear naturally immune to viruses
Scientists found a rare mutation in a small number of people that gives broad viral resistance and could guide future antiviral treatments as researchers work to develop defenses against both known and emerging diseases
Dr. Aner Ottolenghi, Dr. Dror Bar-Nir | 08:00 | 12.03.25
סאונה אינפרא אדומה
Infrared saunas go mainstream at home, and Israelis are all for it
Infrared saunas gain global momentum and now surge in Israel too, driven by wellness claims and their rise as a new lifestyle marker; but is this just a passing trend or a meaningful therapeutic tool?
Eitan Gefen | 05:52 | 12.03.25
ישיבה ממושכת
Sitting all day? These two drinks may protect your blood vessels
A new study finds vascular damage from prolonged sitting begins within two hours, even in very fit people; a cup of high-flavanol cocoa or black or green tea beforehand keeps blood flow normal and fits easily into a daily menu
ynet Global | 03:51 | 11.29.25
חך שסוע שפה שסועה
What causes cleft lip and palate? A genetic clue emerges
Researchers have found that a defect in the processing of tRNAs may contribute to the development of cleft lip and cleft palate—two of the most common craniofacial malformations
Dr. Gal Haimovich/ Davidson Institute of Science | 13:00 | 11.27.25
טלפון, רשתות חברתיות, רשת חברתית
One week off Instagram, TikTok linked to sharp drop in depression and anxiety, study finds
A large US study found that a one-week break from social media cut symptoms of depression, anxiety and insomnia, especially among those already struggling; researchers say the harm lies less in screen time than in unhealthy, passive use patterns
Tzur Gueta | 08:04 | 11.26.25
בצקת
The five-second test: early signs of heart failure you shouldn’t ignore
A simple at-home test and often-overlooked symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath and sudden weight gain can help detect heart failure early and prompt timely medical care
Dvir Reshef, Tzur Gueta | 23:36 | 11.25.25
חדר ניתוח
Patient undergoes surgery on the wrong side at Emek Medical Center
The hospital reported the error to the Health Ministry and said the female patient later received the correct treatment; a health official called it a 'serious failure that must not happen'
Or Hadar | 10:23 | 11.25.25
פזילה
Not just kids: Adults get crossed eyes too, and here’s how to catch it early
Strabismus, or crossed eyes, can start in childhood or develop later after a stroke, tumor or neurological illness; it may cause double vision or lazy eye and hurt confidence; expert says it is a medical issue involving brain processing and needs early treatment
Tzur Gueta | 00:42 | 11.25.25
מערכת השמש
Solar system may be moving more than 3 times faster than scientists thought
New findings about the speed and direction in which our solar system is moving through the universe challenges the standard model of cosmology; The new discovery, which confirms previous observations, proves that the standard model of cosmology is likely wrong
Yogev Israeli | 11:26 | 11.24.25
תינוק חולה חצבת
10th victim in measles wave: Unvaccinated toddler dies in Tiberias
A 1½‑year‑old toddler arrived at the North Medical Center (Poriya) in critical condition with respiratory symptoms related to the disease; After resuscitation efforts, the medical team was forced to declare him dead
Or Hadar | 18:32 | 11.23.25
רוצים לישון. אוכלים כבד מדי, ובשעה לא מתאימה
Tired all the time? These are the foods you should eliminate from your diet
Heavy meals, simple carbohydrates, saturated fats, sugary juices and excess caffeine are just some of the things that make us want to sleep
Liora Houbara | 06:14 | 11.23.25
ישיבה לשבת כיסא כורסה יושבים משרד
The chair that’s slowly killing you: 5 daily habits every office worker should adopt
Many of us spend hours sitting — at work, in traffic or at home — and it takes a serious toll on our health; you don’t need to change jobs, but adopting a few simple daily habits can help counter the risks of prolonged sitting
Dr. Nitzan Anav‏ | 05:50 | 11.22.25
תנוך אוזן, אוזניים
Why your earlobes reveal more about aging than you think
Often overlooked, the soft, cartilage‑free earlobe is one of the first facial features to show age—losing collagen, becoming elongated from sun and heavy earrings and now searchable for cosmetic care
Dr. Marina Landau | 05:21 | 11.22.25
קרב גלדיאטוריות
Rare but real: The untold story of female gladiators in ancient Rome
Though excluded from politics and the military, some women in the Roman Empire fought as gladiators—often enslaved, sometimes elite and almost always for spectacle; new research sheds light on their battles, training and the myths that shaped them
Yogev Israeli | 04:51 | 11.22.25
AI בשירות רדיולוגיה
Israeli startup QuantalX wins FDA clearance for first-of-its-kind brain function assessment system
The Delphi-MD system, combining magnetic stimulation and EEG, offers real-time, non-invasive brain health insights and sets new US regulatory standard; already in use in Israel and top US research centers, device now being deployed commercially
ynet Global | 02:11 | 11.22.25
טבע ונפש
Vitamin N: The healing power of nature
From lower stress and better sleep to sharper focus and faster recovery, studies show even brief daily exposure to nature—trees, parks or houseplants—can have powerful effects on your body and mind, especially in busy urban life
Dr. Yael Benvenisti | 02:04 | 11.22.25
מוח, שפות
Only speak one language? Your brain may be aging faster, study finds
A new study finds monolinguals are twice as likely to experience accelerated brain aging compared to multilinguals, with strong links between speaking multiple languages and reduced cognitive decline
Tzur Gueta | 23:28 | 11.20.25
הנבחרת הזוכה מאוניברסיטת תל אביב
Tel Aviv University and Technion students win gold at prestigious international competition
More than 400 teams took part in this year’s iGEM competition in Paris; TAU earns gold for innovative strategy to treat advanced lung cancer; Technion team bags gold for cost-effective synthetic method to produce bromelain, a stem-derived enzyme
ynet | 16:41 | 11.20.25
The mapping of spatial immune architecture in human breast cancer tissue (tumor cells are in gray) reveals close proximity of macrophages (brown-orange) and exhausted killer cells (light pink-purple)
Israeli team develops new treatment that helps immune system fight tumors more effectively
New treatment targets specialized immune‑suppressing macrophages in tumor microenvironment; these macrophages express a receptor called TREM2 and have been shown to contribute to poor responses to therapy and decreased survival in cancer patients
ynet Global | 06:05 | 11.20.25
שייק חלבון
5 post-workout recovery meals: what to eat and when
After a workout, your body needs protein for muscle repair, carbs to restore glycogen and fats or vitamins for recovery; experts recommend eating within 30–60 minutes post-exercise at a 3:1 carb-protein ratio; here are 5 top foods for strength or cardio training
ynet | 19:37 | 11.19.25
אבישי דקל, זוכה פרס לנדאו בתחום אסטרופיזיקה וחלל
Prof. Avishai Dekel, pioneering Israeli astrophysicist and cosmologist, dies at 74
Dekel spent decades as a professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and published hundreds of groundbreaking studies on the structure and evolution of the universe
Yaron Drukman | 10:52 | 11.18.25
צד אחד יבש (לפני הריאקציה) וצד אחד רטוב (אחרי הריאקציה)
Israeli-American team discovers many distant planets may have water on them
Study shows that under the extreme pressures and temperatures inside sub-Neptune planets, dense hydrogen can react with molten rock to create substantial quantities of water
Yogev Israeli | 09:24 | 11.18.25
ד"ר חופית כהן
Israeli researcher helps develop breakthrough treatment that cuts blood fats by over 50%
A large international study found a new drug reduces triglyceride levels by more than 50% and lowers pancreatitis risk by up to 85%; Dr. Hofit Cohen of Sheba Medical Center says the therapy 'changes the course of patients’ lives'
Tzur Gueta | 02:10 | 11.18.25
איתמר פרנקו (מימין) ונועם חן מאושפזים יחד במחלקת ילדים ב' ברמב"ם
Mysterious inflammation blinds two teens, solution found in northern Israel cave
What began as a fun cave exploration near their Galilee homes ended with weeks of unexplained fever, vision loss and hospitalization, until doctors made a rare diagnosis
Or Hadar, Eitan Glikman | 14:29 | 11.17.25
אוניה דה גאטו. נוגד דלקת, מחזק את מערכת החיסון
The plant secret that helps prevent winter illnesses
Cat's claw is anti-inflammatory, it shortens infection duration, elevates antioxidant levels and also supports the body in fatigue conditions
Liora Houbara | 08:00 | 11.17.25
התלמידים מפתח תקווה
Israeli middle school debate team wins big at Yale’s World Scholar’s Cup
Petah Tikva middle school team wins third place worldwide and multiple top awards at prestigious competition, earning praise for academic excellence and warm reception as Israeli representatives on the international stage
Nina Fox | 10:19 | 11.16.25
מדרסים
Flat feet aren’t a problem—unless they are
Once seen as a condition requiring urgent correction, flatfoot is now considered a harmless variation for most, unless pain or symptoms emerge; experts explain when it needs treatment, what the real risks are and why orthotics aren’t always the answer
Tzur Gueta | 15:39 | 11.15.25
ניקיון הבית
Burn calories without the gym: 10 everyday activities that keep you fit
Who says you need a treadmill or a gym membership to stay in shape? From cleaning and gardening to dancing and even washing the car, here are 10 fun and simple daily activities that help burn calories and boost your mood without breaking a sweat
ynet Global | 07:48 | 11.14.25
Doctors who skip AI in imaging could face malpractice risk, expert warns
At Lema’anchem’s major AI-in-healthcare summit, top voices say physicians must adapt or fall behind—with AI becoming vital for diagnosis, efficiency and survival in modern medicine
ynet | 19:34 | 11.13.25
ועידת הבריאות של קבוצת "ידיעות אחרונות"
IDF medical chief: 'We’re using AI to train soldiers to detect distress and prevent suicides'
Brig. Gen. Zivan Aviad Beer revealed at the ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth Health Conference that the IDF has halved battlefield fatalities compared to the 2006 Lebanon War and now treats mental health as 'no less vital than saving a limb'
Sarit Rosenblum | 12:35 | 11.10.25
Three paths to a good night’s sleep: how parents can help babies rest—and themselves too
From structured bedtime routines to intuitive, co-sleeping approaches, experts offer three distinct philosophies on baby sleep; whether through consistency, connection or calm, all agree on one thing: restful nights start with confident, relaxed parents
Adi Ofir | 21:32 | 11.09.25
הגיל השלישי
The science behind the 'old person smell': what really changes in our bodies with age
Once dismissed as a social taboo, the distinct scent associated with aging has a biological basis; dermatologists and dietitians explain how cellular oxidation, shifting hormones and even diet shape the body’s chemistry, and what can help keep it fresh
Tzur Gueta | 20:49 | 11.09.25
אביבית מלכה בן גאון
Healing on four legs: the unlikely therapy easing the invisible wounds of Israel's heroes
After losing her fiancé in a crash and growing up with a father scarred by war, Avivit Malka Ben-Gaon found healing among horses, transforming her pain into Gallop, a therapy center where soldiers and trauma survivors learn to breathe, trust and live again
Eitan Gefen | 20:37 | 11.09.25
התמודדות עם טראומה
'They leave walking, but not living': Study finds rehab ends too soon for many trauma survivors
International study reveals deep divide between hospital discharge and real recovery, as patients leave rehab physically healed but emotionally adrift; experts call for a holistic approach that reconnects survivors to identity, purpose and community
Shauli Hertzick Paz | 17:18 | 11.09.25
Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg, parents of murdered hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin
'We are all hostages': Study of captives' families redefines global understanding of wartime trauma
Prof. Hagai Levine describes families' 'ambiguous loss and of not knowing what happened to their beloved, which is different from mourning'
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 05:38 | 11.09.25
נשירת שיער
Get your hair back in 20 days? Scientists uncover body’s own trigger for hair regrowth
Study finds fat cells under the skin release natural fatty acids that trigger hair stem cells, regrowing hair in mice within 20 days; experts say it’s still early and untested in humans but shows promise for future baldness treatments
Tzur Gueta | 02:03 | 11.09.25
ד"ר חגי סויסה נוירוכירורג
26 years after surviving a brain hemorrhage, Hagai returns to the OR — this time as a neurosurgeon
At 11, Hagai Suissa nearly died after a severe head injury. Today, 26 years later, he’s a neurosurgeon at Ziv Medical Center — working in the same kind of operating room where doctors once saved his life, alongside the surgeon who inspired him
Eitan Gefen | 20:25 | 11.07.25
הנזק לבתים בקיבות בארי
Mental toll of covering October 7: are Israel’s reporters unseen trauma victims?
Bar-Ilan study found that reporters who covered the terror attacks and their aftermath exhibited significantly higher rates of post-traumatic stress symptoms than mental health professionals (53% vs. 20%) who treated victims  
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 08:09 | 11.06.25
לאכול נכון במסעדה
Key tips on how to eat out without wrecking your diet
Oversized meals can derail healthy eating, but these two dietitian-approved strategies will help you enjoy dining out without overeating
Yael Dror | 00:54 | 11.06.25
בית החולים סורוקה בבאר שבע
American surgeon leaves US for Israeli hospital after October 7
Philadelphia-trained cardiothoracic specialist Dr. Tiffany Schatz joins Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba; says family embraced move despite ongoing conflict
Alexandra Lukash | 14:52 | 11.05.25
התינוק והרופאים שהצילו את חייו
Emergency surgery saves newborn after rare intestinal obstruction found in late pregnancy scan
A routine ultrasound revealed life-threatening intestinal blockages in utero, prompting an emergency surgery at HaEmek Medical Center; Baby Ari recovered quickly and was discharged within two weeks in good health. 'All the tests had been normal until then,' said the mother
Or Hadar | 11:50 | 11.04.25
בדידות
Inside the silent struggle of social anxiety in childhood
From avoiding recess to fearing glances, social anxiety can become a lifelong battle with invisible fear; experts urge greater awareness of social anxiety in children, often misread as shyness or aloofness
Hagar Kochavi | 00:55 | 11.04.25
שינה
Why we sleep: The science, habits and hidden dangers behind the hours we spend in bed
From how much we really need to what ruins it, from weight gain to ADHD misdiagnoses, experts reveal the secrets of sleep; inside: dream cycles, insomnia solutions, breathing disorders and the behavioral fixes proven to work
Prof. Yaron Dagan, Dr. Amit Green | 20:58 | 11.03.25
יואב רוקח פן עבר ניתוח השתלת קוצבים עצביים שמסייעים בהפחתת כאב כרוני על ידי ד"ר רות גור במרכז הרפואי שיבא
Born without hands: Innovative surgery stopped 20 years of pain
Yoav Rokach Penn (47) was born without hands and with short arms; after surgeries in childhood, he suffered for nearly 20 years from unbearable pain. Following dozens of treatments in Canada, where he has lived for over a decade, which didn't help and "insane doses" of morphine, he came to Israel for nerve pacemaker implant surgery. "If the pain was 9 out of 10, today it's 1," he says. Dr. Ruth Gur, director of the Center for Neurosurgical Pain Treatment at Sheba, is behind the success: "We had to reinvent the wheel with this surgery."
Or Hadar | 06:57 | 11.03.25
מלדיביים
Maldives bans smoking for life for anyone born after 2007, world’s first generational tobacco ban
A groundbreaking law in the Maldives prohibits anyone born after January 2007 from ever smoking. The move aims to create a tobacco-free generation, making the island nation the first in the world to enforce a lifetime smoking ban. 
AFP, Tzur Gueta | 19:40 | 11.02.25
מימין לשמאל: פרופ' שלומי קודש, סילבן אדמס, רוביק דנילוביץ'
Government approves NIS 360 million to rebuild Soroka hospital after Iranian missile strike
Four months after taking a direct hit, government greenlights new fortified tower at Soroka Medical Center as philanthropist Sylvan Adams pledges $100 million to transform the southern hospital into a regional medical leader
Or Hadar, Itamar Eichner | 15:47 | 11.02.25
בינה מלאכותית ברפואה
AI and stem cells to take center stage at Israel’s leading medical innovation conference
Reichman University to host third annual Lema’anchem medical conference, drawing over 800 experts to explore breakthroughs in regenerative medicine, personalized care, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of healthcare.
Havatzelet Damari | 12:46 | 11.02.25
הפרעה בתפקוד המיני גבר
The depression is gone, but the sex-drive isn’t back: The hidden side of antidepressants
Antidepressants from the SSRI family have revolutionized mental health care and saved countless lives. But growing awareness highlights a troubling side effect — sexual dysfunction that, for some, persists long after treatment ends. 
Eitan Gefen | 19:37 | 10.31.25
Considering a vegan diet? Here’s what you should know first
This Saturday marks World Vegan Day: In the past decade, more people have adopted plant-based diets or cut back on meat; when well-planned, veganism offers many proven health benefits; here’s what to know before making the switch
Shira Solow, Lilach Serezo | 05:07 | 10.31.25
עזה
Israeli doctors rebuke top medical journal over political claims in Gaza article
Senior anesthesiologists say the British Journal of Anaesthesia crossed a red line by publishing unverified allegations against Israel in a scientific paper, prompting a rare editor's apology
Ariela Ayalon | 12:30 | 10.30.25
פוסט טראומה
'When things start to come up': International volunteers provide free therapy to Israelis as war winds down
Planetherapy has a network of more than 300 volunteers from 35 countries, collectively speaking 22 languages, and has already provided more than 4,000 free therapy sessions to Israelis and Jews around the world
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 18:40 | 10.29.25
ציור החמניות של ואן גוך נשיונל גלרי לונדון
Visiting art museums reduces stress, strengthens heart and immune system, new study finds
A King’s College London study shows that viewing original artworks reduces stress hormones, improves heart function, and lowers inflammation; Participants who saw replicas outside galleries didn’t experience the same physical and emotional health benefits
ynet Global | 09:40 | 10.29.25
כאב
Think childbirth is the worst pain? The five most excruciating pains known to science
Pain is an inevitable part of life, but some types reach levels so excruciating they can alter a person’s entire existence. From “suicidal headaches” to nerve disorders, here are the five most agonizing pains known to medical science
ynet Global | 05:21 | 10.29.25
Healing a nation: Hadassah president on the rehabilitation center born from war
Carol Ann Schwartz discusses the accelerated opening of the Gandal Rehabilitation Center and her organization's mission to bridge peace through medicine
Sivan Raviv | 20:41 | 10.28.25
תכשיטי שיניים
Dental bling’s hidden cost: Why that sparkly smile may come at a steep price
Gold grillz, diamonds and gum piercings may look glamorous, but dentists say the fad can erode enamel, cause infections and cost tens of thousands in long-term treatment
Dr. Khaled Jafali | 05:39 | 10.28.25
מלפפון קליפה קילוף
Don’t toss the peel: Why fruit and vegetable skins may be healthier than you think
From apples to eggplants and even bananas, the peels we often throw away are packed with fiber, antioxidants and key nutrients; A dietitian explains the benefits, how to eat them safely and when certain peels may not be right for sensitive stomachs
Dikla David | 02:46 | 10.28.25
דנה סולומון ובעלה יוסי, הישראלית הראשונה שהרתה לאחר טיפול CAR-T נגד סרטן
From the depths of cancer to new life: Dana’s journey to survival and motherhood
When doctors told Dana Solomon she had lymphoma, she felt the ground fall away beneath her feet. The wedding she had planned, her dream of becoming a mother, and the career she had built—all were suddenly clouded by uncertainty, fear of the unknown, and the harsh reality of cancer. But thanks to a groundbreaking medical technology called CAR-T, the cancer disappeared, and Dana became the first woman in Israel to conceive and give birth following the innovative treatment
Naama Cohen-Friedman , Kobi Lieberman | 17:09 | 10.27.25
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