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Health Ministry refuses to vaccinate medical staff against monkeypox

Despite one Israeli doctor already catching infection after handling patient's test sample, health workers still locked out of immunization as ministry claims such cases 'exceedingly rare'

Dr. Itay Gal , 19:11, 08.15.22

Why has polio been found in Jerusalem, London, NYC, and how dangerous is it?

Explainer: Polio mainly affects small children and can lead to paralysis and death; as new cases crop up in developing countries, experts warn about the possible dangers of the disease

Reuters , 17:15, 08.15.22

The amazing math of potato chips

The shapes of the salty snacks hide amazing complexities and mathematical formulas aimed at creating the best possible angle to pack, take out and eat

Tal Sokolov/Davidson Institute of Science Education , 15:17, 08.14.22

Israeli researchers develop novel nanotechnology to combat cancer cells

Experts believe research by Bar-Ilan University scientists could potentially open possibilities for effective and less intrusive medical treatments for other diseases as well

The Media Line , 14:27, 08.13.22

Israel's Be'er Sheva hospital calls for more protection from rocket attacks

Hospital staff called in to move 200 beds, premature babies to protected areas as fighting begins while medical tests and procedures suspended because equipment and operating theatres at remain under risk from rocket fire

Adir Yanko , 20:28, 08.11.22

Israeli hospital to perform life-saving surgeries on children from Chad

Special delegation to the African country becomes first official team to visit Chad in 50 years following normalization of diplomatic; thanks to NGO, 3 children with rare heart conditions will undergo surgeries at Holon hospital

Itamar Eichner , 12:34, 08.10.22

No more foreign medical students, Israel decides

Decision comes amid shortage of physicians rating the country lower than other OECD members while many who hope for medical career made to travel abroad for studies

Ynet, I24NEWS , 10:07, 08.10.22

Israel a global leader in foodtech, Good Food Institute says

Israeli startups Remilk and Redefine Meat bring Israel to the world's list of top producers of alternative proteins, only falling short of U.S. in fundraising; 'This is a fascinating industry that provides an opportunity to rectify food system,' says GFI

i24NEWS , 14:25, 08.03.22

Israelis have unhealthy eating and exercise habits, Health Ministry says

Findings from survey testing overall health reveal that Israelis' routine habits are insufficient, and medical tests not conducted often enough; Only 30% meet the recommended physical activity standards, 17% eat recommended daily dose of fruits and veggies

Adir Yanko , 14:39, 08.02.22

Monkeypox might be a new kind of STD, Israeli doctors say

After WHO declares global health emergency, health officials recommend at-risk populations get vaccinated and use condoms during sexual activity; 105 men diagnosed with the disease in Israel

The Media Line , 14:16, 07.28.22

Israeli boy, 10, suffers rare stroke in Bnei Brak

Doctors suspect stroke after child suffers from muscle weakness to his left side, a limp, difficulty raising his left hand and loss of balance when walking

Adir Yanko , 15:48, 07.27.22

Israel turning to world's marijuana 'trash can' amid lack of regulations, experts say

Health and cannabis experts say Israel has the highest number of patients per capita eligible for medical marijuana in the world; but complex bureaucracy to acquire a license forces many to turn to black market

Alexandra Lukash , 15:41, 07.27.22

How worried should we be about the monkeypox global health emergency?

Explainer: Until this year, the disease has rarely spread outside Africa, but since being discovered in the UK back in May, cases have ballooned, with the virus spreading almost exclusively among men who have sex with men

Reuters , 13:23, 07.26.22

Health Ministry DG says Israel unprepared for climate emergency

Prof. Nachman Ash says Israel would struggle to handle searing heatwaves similar to those sweeping through Europe, says ministry still 'trying to gauge the significance of global warming'

Adir Yanko , 18:02, 07.25.22

Israeli study says DNA editing method can damage genome

Tel Aviv University researchers warn of potential risks of Nobel-prize-winning CRISPR method, saying it 'could lead to destabilization of the genome, which could in turn cause cancer'

i24NEWS , 18:37, 07.24.22

Beilinson, Sheba rated Israel's top hospitals, Rambam comes in last

Health Ministry publishes results of 2021 hospital quality index, calculated according to a long list of criteria that includes diagnosis times, waiting periods, and personal patient treatment

Adir Yanko , 15:10, 07.20.22

COVID czar says new variant still mystery but mask mandate 'off the table'

Despite recent discovery of BA.2.75 subvariant in Israel, Professor Zarka says number of new cases indicates that current virus wave is 'on decline'; adds professionals hope to overcome future waves without restrictions on public

Adir Yanko, Alexandra Lukash , 13:14, 07.18.22

Israel sees highest tally of serious COVID cases in 4 months

Health Ministry reports 430 severe coronavirus patients, of whom 74 are on ventilators, which is the highest the number has been since March; almost half of the severely ill patients are over the age of 80

Yaron Drukman , 14:44, 07.17.22

Israel warns against illegal weight loss pills containing ecstasy

Health Ministry says lab tests revealed that 'Zero Fat' supplement, illegally sold online, also contains a host of other dangerous substances; 'Taking these pills constitutes an immediate life threat,' says Health Ministry

Adir Yanko , 12:01, 07.17.22

Maccabiah athletes to bolster Israel's bone marrow bank

In a quick and painless procedure, participants in the Jewish sporting event asked to submit saliva samples, expected to make Ezer Mizion bone marrow registry the largest of its kind in the world

Korin Elbaz Alush , 10:34, 07.17.22

Amid COVID worries, fist bumps for Biden — with exceptions

White House says Biden will try to minimize contact as much as possible due to COVID-19 risks, but U.S. leader swiftly reverts to his old-school ways, throwing an arm around Lapid and shaking hands with Netanyahu

Associated Press , 18:47, 07.13.22

Health Ministry says uptick in recurring COVID infections

Ministry's data shows that in December 2021, only 21 Israelis contracted COVID for the third time but by June 2022, number reached 992; 'people recovered from coronavirus moved freely without any protection and now we know that was wrong' health experts says

Adir Yanko , 15:35, 07.06.22

Bennett recognized by Health officials for COVID response, although some ask why

Hadassah Medical Center doctor says many in the health profession as well as others in the fight against COVID longer than the PM and must be recognized first; warns COVID still spreading with hundreds in serious condition

Alexandra Lukash , 14:53, 07.04.22

First same-sex couple surrogacy in Israel underway after successful procedure

Embryo transferred successfully last month; physician says expects shortage of surrogate mothers due to Israel's relatively small population and high demand

Adir Yanko , 20:03, 07.03.22

Pediatric COVID vaccine only 51% effective in Omicron, study finds

Clalit Health Services study includes data from 94,728 vaccinated 5-11-year-old children, compared to 94,728 unvaccinated children of the same age group; results also show rate of symptomatic infection was 48% lower among vaccinated

Adir Yanko , 14:38, 06.30.22

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