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Beyond daddy issues: what early family dynamics do to a child’s body

A study of hundreds of families found that early parenting dynamics, especially fathers’ sensitivity in infancy, are linked to better child health later; 'There is extensive evidence that early relationships shape children’s lives,' said Dr. Dr. Jonathan Dvash

Eitan Gefen | 02.10.26

Your towel may be crawling with germs: when to replace and wash it

The towel you use after a shower or at the gym may harbor millions of bacteria, fungi, viruses and even parasites; Doctors explain how infections spread through towels and how often they should be replaced and washed

Eitan Gefen | 01.31.26

What really determines how long we live? Israeli study delivers a surprise

Genetics play a much larger role in determining how long humans live than previously thought, accounting for about half of lifespan variation, according to a new study by the Weizmann Institute

Eitan Gefen | 01.30.26

Israel’s mental health crisis fuels AI-powered platform bridging months-long wait for therapy

As demand for mental health care soars after October 7, a new Israeli platform uses psychodrama and artificial intelligence to offer guided emotional support during long waiting periods, aiming to prevent deterioration before treatment even begins

Eitan Gefen | 01.29.26

Oprah Winfrey says weight returned after quitting GLP‑1 injections: Is obesity a chronic disease?

Her podcast conversation with tennis star Serena Williams sparked a new debate about the drug; obesity expert Dr. Idit Dotan: 'They are not weight loss injections, but injections to treat obesity. When you call them by their proper name, you can understand why you can't stop taking them'

Eitan Gefen | 01.25.26

The happiness paradox of parenthood, according to brain researcher Yoram Yovell

Do children really bring happiness? Decades of research suggest otherwise. Studies show most couples are happier before becoming parents and after their children leave home; Prof. Yoram Yovell explains why modern parenthood so often erodes personal and marital satisfaction

Eitan Gefen | 01.24.26

דובר צה"ל פצועים עזה סמל ל' רב"ט ג' - איכות טובה

Shot at point-blank range: two IDF medics wounded days before ceasefire

Terrorists stormed an IDF defensive position and opened fire at close range, critically wounding two combat medics; they recount the gunfight, severe injuries and long rehabilitation, and their determination to return to service despite daily struggles

Eitan Gefen | 01.24.26

סתיו שלום, מהפרעות אכילה לפיתוח גוף, תערוכה, תמונות

‘I weighed 86 pounds, and I was vomiting to stay thin’: from an eating disorder to a bodybuilding title

A former elite ballet dancer, Stav Shalom, spiraled into severe eating disorders in her pursuit of perfection; years of hospitalizations and recovery attempts followed, until she found healing in an unexpected place: women’s bodybuilding, in an intimate photo project documented by her sister, the two reflect on illness, sisterhood and recovery

Eitan Gefen | 01.24.26

‘It’s brutal, then it’s transformative’: the rise of Kambo frog venom ceremonies

An ancient Amazonian ritual has become a legal alternative therapy embraced by a growing number of Israelis; known as Kambo, the ceremony involves applying frog venom to the skin, followed by intense physical reactions that some say changed their lives

Eitan Gefen | 01.24.26

Doctors explain what really causes a cold (Hint: it's not wet hair)

Colds are one of the most common winter ailments, but countless myths have developed around them over the years; how can you tell the difference between a cold and the flu; when are you likely to infect others, are vitamins really helpful and how should you protect yourself in winter

Eitan Gefen | 01.21.26

Planning a wedding from Gaza's Khan Younis: the combat medics who fell in love

They met in military medical school and fell in love long before the uniforms; war placed each on a different front, carrying life-and-death responsibility, and still, they found a way to marry from inside Gaza

Eitan Gefen | 01.18.26

Is one cigarette a day really harmless? Doctors debunk the myth of light smoking

No cough, no shortness of breath and no warning signs may give smokers a false sense of safety; doctors explain why even one cigarette a day or occasional social smoking causes real, measurable damage to the body

Eitan Gefen | 01.17.26

Skip the creams: why what you eat matters more for your skin

Vitamin C has long been a star of skincare products, but new research shows the most effective way to boost skin health is through diet, not cosmetics, with measurable improvements in collagen, density and renewal tied directly to food intake

Eitan Gefen | 01.16.26

Is childhood obesity preventable before birth? Israeli study uses AI to find out

New Barzilai Medical Center study fed pregnancy nutrition, maternal thyroid function and newborn data into an AI model that successfully identified toddlers at risk of excess weight, pointing to the potential for early, personalized prevention

Eitan Gefen | 01.15.26

Never try this: five of the most dangerous diets in the world

From swallowing parasites to surviving on 500 calories a day, history is full of extreme weight-loss methods; these five infamous diets reveal how far people have gone in pursuit of thinness, often at a devastating cost to their health

Eitan Gefen | 01.10.26

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