Health & science
world cup
Keeping score: why the World Cup may be your child’s best math lesson
From penalty kicks to player birthdays and ball design, the World Cup offers surprising math lessons that can help children understand numbers, geometry and probability without fear
Raphael Bernard | 08:56 | 06.11.26
עגבת
Syphilis cases surge in Israel, rising 120% over four years
Common STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea fell nearly 20 percent, but experts warn of delayed syphilis diagnosis, risks for pregnant women, and the need for routine testing and partner notification
Or Hadar | 07:17 | 06.11.26
ויסות השומן בגוף
Plastic bottles and receipts: the everyday chemicals linked to weight gain
Beyond calories and genetics, environmental chemicals may also affect how the body regulates fat; where are they found, and how can exposure be reduced?
Liora Houbara | 06:37 | 06.11.26
מריחת קרם הגנה
FDA approves long-used sunscreen already sold in Israel and Europe after 25-year delay
A sunscreen ingredient that has been used in Europe and Asia since 2000 and is already found in products sold in Israel has been officially approved for use in the US; It protects against UVA and UVB, is photostable and highlights US lag in sunscreen regulation
News Agencies | 03:08 | 06.11.26
רופא
Choosing a health fund in Israel: Why new immigrants get it wrong
‘Many decide at the last minute based on a name they recognize,’ says health systems expert; confusion, language gaps and unfamiliar rules leave olim struggling to navigate care and often choosing a kupa that does not fit their needs
ynet Global | 14:05 | 06.10.26
בדיקת רופא נוירולוג
Why you don’t pay thousands for healthcare in Israel, and why that feels suspicious at first
What is kupat holim? How does Israel’s universal healthcare system actually work, why there’s no bill after a doctor visit and what every new immigrant should know before getting care
ynet Global | 14:04 | 06.10.26
רופאה בישראל
Women dominate Israeli medical schools but vanish from surgery and top-paying roles
Despite women making up 63% of medical students, their share drops through licensing, specialization, and high-paying fields; gender pay gaps persist, with structural barriers and household roles limiting career advancement in medicine
Or Hadar | 12:44 | 06.10.26
Asst. Prof. Assaf Zinger and Ofri Vizenblit
Breakthrough cancer treatment: stop tumor growth without drugs
Technion team has developed an original technology for treating cancer using nanoparticles that carry no drugs at all, and has demonstrated its effectiveness against particularly dangerous and stubborn tumors
Ofri Vizenblit, Rawan Mhajne, Assaf Zinger | 22:10 | 06.09.26
המרכז הרפואי לגליל בנהריה ירד שוב אל מתחם תת-קרקעי
Four days up, then back down: years of upheaval at Galilee Medical Center
Since the war began, Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya has moved wards underground and back five times; this week, just four days after returning up, staff had to move them below again; 'We may be the world’s most practiced,' says Dr. Tsvi Sheleg
Yair Kraus | 17:55 | 06.09.26
"החיים האמיתיים מרגישים איטיים מדי, כי קריאה, שיחה, פתרון בעיות, כל אלה נהפכים לבלתי נסבלים כי המוח מכויל לגירוי קיצוני"
‘Popcorn brain’: How short videos may be hurting your focus, memory and mood
A large review found a troubling link between heavy short-video viewing and poorer attention, self-control, sleep and mental health. Here are five habits that may help retrain the brain
Liora Houbara | 08:41 | 06.09.26
עישון
Smoking kills 33 Israelis a day as teen vaping overtakes cigarettes for first time
Health Ministry smoking report says tobacco and nicotine are linked to nearly one in four deaths in Israel, with teen vaping on the rise and some affluent local authorities issuing no fines despite broad enforcement powers
Or Hadar | 22:42 | 06.08.26
חיסון נגד שפעת
New AI-developed vaccine could protect against mutations and thousands of viruses
Cambridge researchers used AI to design a 'universal vaccine' that may protect against thousands of viruses and future mutations; first human trial found it safe and able to trigger immune response, raising hopes for pandemic prevention
Israel Wullman | 03:51 | 06.08.26
העברת חולים לשיבא בידי מד"א במהלך מבצע שאגת הארי
Iran missile threat prompts hospitals to move underground, health services reduced
Hospitals nationwide are preparing to move operations to protected underground facilities following renewed Iranian missile fire, while some elective surgeries and clinic services have been suspended; HMOs are operating on a limited basis, with emergency and mental health services remaining available 24/7
Or Hadar | 00:04 | 06.08.26
עקיצת יתושת הבית יתוש הבית יתושה קולקס Culex pipiens
Mosquito bites driving you mad? These remedies can ease the itch
Mosquito saliva triggers an immune response that can cause itching, swelling and redness for hours or even days; experts explain when heat may help, why cold is often preferable and which treatments can ease the irritation
Tzur Gueta | 14:21 | 06.07.26
MDA
Magen David Adom marks 96 years of lifesaving work
Magen David Adom marks 96 years since its founding in Tel Aviv, highlighting its evolution into Israel’s national emergency medical service and its role in wars, terror attacks, blood services, public training and the response to October 7
ynet Global | 05:08 | 06.06.26
מיץ סלק
Twice a day for two weeks: the 'miracle juice' that may help lower blood pressure
New study finds that beetroot juice lowered blood pressure in older adults by reshaping oral bacteria, but why didn't it work as well in younger people, and could daily mouthwash be getting in the way?
ynet | 13:47 | 06.05.26
גבר הסובל מסטרס
Israel’s workplace wellness wake-up call: employers expand mental health support as stress rises
Survey finds 71% of Israelis experienced stress over the past year, with sleep problems, anxiety and economic pressure pushing companies to rethink employee well-being
ynet Global | 09:26 | 06.05.26
בעיות עור אקנה פיגמטציה נקבוביות פעורות
Summer pigmentation explained: causes, types and effective treatment guide
Pigmentation spots often return in summer as UV exposure reactivates melanin 'memory' in the skin; Experts explain key types including melasma, sun spots and post-inflammatory marks, and stress tailored treatment plus strict sun protection and maintenance
Dr. Ella Egozi | 04:33 | 06.04.26
אישה נכנסת לבריכה
Gel polish and showers at the gym: 10 mistakes we make with our feet
We invest in our hair, and skincare routines, but somehow our feet always end up last; In summer, when feet are at their most exposed, many daily habits can damage our nails without us even realizing it. Here are 10 common mistakes most of us make
Dr. Alina Lozinski | 20:25 | 06.03.26
פרי הבאובב. "עשוי גם להאט את ספיגת הסוכר בדם"
The African superfruit that may help balance blood sugar, improve gut health
Known as the 'African tree of life,' the baobab is one of the world's most resilient trees, producing a fiber-rich fruit that may help lower cholesterol levels, support digestive health and promote a longer-lasting feeling of fullness
Liora Houbara | 12:49 | 06.03.26
כדור
A nation in distress, a system of prescriptions: Israelis are drowning in pills
A new Physicians for Human Rights Israel report found that more than 95% of HMO patients who begin psychiatric medication never receive public psychotherapy, even as antidepressant use has surged 15% since the war and waits for psychologists stretch to 18 months
Or Hadar | 11:52 | 06.03.26
The Contour Tanning trend
The UV index generation: the dangerous summer trend dermatologists are warning about
Instead of makeup or bronzer, the viral contour tanning trend uses sun exposure to 'sculpt' the face by applying sunscreen unevenly, a practice dermatologists warn can cause irreversible skin damage that may not become visible for years
Alexandra Lukash | 11:04 | 06.03.26
בני נוער
Israeli study asks if the gene that speeds puberty may also shorten life and raise cancer risk
Hebrew University researchers altered a gene also found in humans, causing lab fish to grow faster and mature earlier, but also shortening their lifespan and increasing cancer-like tumors
Tzur Gueta | 08:00 | 06.03.26
Medex
Why North American healthcare professionals are choosing Israel now
More than 350 physicians and healthcare professionals attended MedEx in New Jersey this week; four of them explain why they are choosing to leave established careers in the United States and immigrate to Israel; ‘Most participants who come to this conference will eventually immigrate to Israel,’ says Zev Gershinsky, Executive VP of Nefesh B’Nefesh, one of the event’s organizers
Tzur Gueta | 20:43 | 06.02.26
פיצוץ המשגר ביום שישי
Blue Origin launch pad repairs could take 'serious time', NASA chief says
The explosion occurred during a static 'hot-fire' test of the New Glenn rocket; The powerful two-stage rocket erupted in a colossal fireball;  incident comes at sensitive time for Blue Origin and Amazon’s satellite program, owned by billionaire Jeff Bezos.
Reuters | 14:52 | 06.02.26
תרופה בכדור
Breakthrough offers new hope for patients with relapsed blood cancer
Two late-stage trials presented at ASCO show major advances for patients with relapsed multiple myeloma, including an oral drug that doubled disease-control time and an immunotherapy that sharply reduced progression and death risk
Oren Reiss | 22:49 | 06.01.26
חברי צוות אראטמיס 2 במשימתם לירח
Isolation, tensions and division: how extreme conditions affect space crews
How can teams function after months in isolation? An Antarctica study finds extreme environments can fuel loneliness, conflict, mistrust, social divides and poorer performance, with key lessons for future space missions
Yogev Israeli | 11:50 | 06.01.26
ד"ר מאיה נג'יב חג'
Thousands of Arab doctors left out in the cold even as Israel’s residency crisis worsens
Israel is facing a severe shortage of doctors, yet some 5,000 Arab doctors who studied abroad and have passed the Health Ministry licensing exam can't find a residency position or employment in Israel; Some are thinking about leaving the country, and some believe it’s not by accident
Yahya Amal Jabareen and Nabil Armali/Wasla in conjunction with Shomrim | 10:56 | 06.01.26
בדיקת דם גלרי לגילוי מוקדם של סרטן
A single blood test finds more early cancers than Britain’s screening programs combined in a trial
Data presented at ASCO show Galleri detected more early-stage cancers than all existing UK screening programs combined and sharply increased diagnoses in a US real-world study; researchers stress it does not replace standard screening and survival benefits remain unproven
Eitan Gefen | 07:29 | 06.01.26
Christian Lindmeier tells ynet Global: 'We are fighting an infodemic at the same time we are fighting an epidemic or a pandemic'
WHO warns Ebola outbreak in Congo is serious threat, but not ‘the next COVID’
New Ebola strain has no approved vaccine or treatment, WHO spokesperson says; global risk remains low despite concerns over spread in conflict-hit region; WHO defends Gaza health warnings and calls for greater access for journalists
Alexandra Lukash | 19:56 | 05.31.26
שינה
Poor sleep may raise early cancer risk, especially in women
Two ASCO studies link sleep disorders to higher cancer risk before age 50, especially in women; insomnia tripled breast cancer risk within five years; researchers stress the findings show correlation, not causation
Eitan Gefen | 20:25 | 05.30.26
Selma Blair at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 15, 2026
Pre-multiple sclerosis’ concept drives earlier diagnosis and treatment
Shift in multiple sclerosis care: doctors now move from reactive treatment to early, proactive intervention; Monitoring begins even in symptom-free stages, with growing focus on 'pre–MS' detection to prevent silent brain damage and long-term progression
Noga Shavit-Raz | 15:56 | 05.29.26
שימוש בחוט דנטלי
Why dental floss may not be enough to prevent gum disease, experts say
Gum disease often develops silently until damage is irreversible. An Ichilov specialist explains the warning signs, the risks of smoking and the latest treatments helping save teeth
Tzur Gueta | 14:06 | 05.29.26
ד"ר טליה עדן תרמה אונת כבד לפעוטה ביסאן בת השמונה חודשים
Woman whose father died waiting for liver donor gives part of her liver to baby she never met
Twenty-two years after her father died of liver disease waiting for a donor, Dr. Talya Eden fulfilled a dream, donating part of her liver to Bissan, an 8-month-old Jerusalem baby: 'I think Dad would be proud of me'
Or Hadar | 01:53 | 05.29.26
בדיקת דם
Young adult colorectal cancer rates climb as new blood test option joins screening guidelines
The American Cancer Society updates colorectal cancer screening guidelines with blood tests amid rising cases in young adults, but emphasizes colonoscopy and stool tests remain the preferred and more accurate methods
Tzur Gueta | 22:39 | 05.28.26
מגוון תחליפי סוכר
Sugar, honey and artificial sweeteners: which is the healthiest?
Sugar is now seen as a major diet villain, but sweetness has not disappeared, it has simply changed form, from artificial sweeteners and stevia to 'sugar-free' products and honey; But are these alternatives really healthier?
Eitan Gefen | 05:26 | 05.28.26
ילדה באשפוז בבית חולים
Newborn stroke is more common than parents think, doctor warns
Strokes can happen in newborns, often appearing as seizures days after birth; experts urge urgent evaluation for sudden weakness, facial drooping, speech trouble or focal seizures in children
ynet | 23:56 | 05.27.26
נשים וגברים הבדלים
Why two-thirds of Alzheimer’s patients are women: new study offers surprising clue
Study finds dementia risk factors such as diabetes, hearing loss, obesity and high blood pressure may affect women more strongly, pointing to the need for earlier diagnosis and sex-specific prevention
Eitan Gefen | 18:26 | 05.27.26
בית חולים סורוקה
Green light for Soroka expansion plan that will double hospital’s built-up area
Southern planning officials approved a plan to double Soroka Medical Center’s built-up area, adding an 11-story fortified hospital building, three towers, 80 hotel rooms and hundreds of apartments for medical staff
Or Hadar | 09:05 | 05.27.26
מחקר מכון ויצמן פרופ' זיו שולמן וד"ר נחום נתן
Israeli scientists find immune memory cells may help fight ovarian cancer
Researchers say memory B cells found in ovarian cancer patients can recognize tumors, migrate into cancer tissue and produce antibodies, opening a possible path toward new cancer vaccines and treatments
Eitan Gefen | 05:09 | 05.27.26
שימוש בתרופה לשיכוך כאב במהלך היריון
Painkillers not linked to birth defects in pregnancy, major Israeli studies find
Two Ben-Gurion University, Soroka and Clalit studies analyzing over 250,000 pregnancies found no link between painkiller use and birth defects or delivery complications, amid Trump and Kennedy claims against acetaminophen use in pregnancy
Tzur Gueta | 02:21 | 05.27.26
יפן אנשים טוקיו
Earth’s population could halve by 2064, new study warns
Researchers say a mathematical model based on 12,000 years of data shows worst-case population crash, but stress it is a scenario, not a forecast
ynet | 23:20 | 05.26.26
נערה שזופה נשרפה מהשמש
Teens discovered this weather app feature — and doctors are horrified
Teens around the world have turned the UV index from a skin-safety warning into a tanning guide, using the built-in weather app to find the hours when the sun is strongest; dermatologists warn that high-index exposure can damage skin within minutes
Mali Zaidman | 19:10 | 05.26.26
יאן קום
The $200M WhatsApp message that stunned Israeli medicine
President of Jerusalem's Shaare Zedek Medical Center says WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum’s donation, the largest gift in Israeli healthcare history, grew from years of trust, quiet ties and a shared vision for the capital's medical future
Sarit Rosenblum | 05:17 | 05.26.26
מחלות מין
Sexually transmitted infections surge across Europe to decade-high levels, with gonorrhea up 303%
European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control warns gonorrhea and syphilis are rising sharply across Europe, with congenital syphilis nearly doubling; Israeli expert says local increases are milder but urges condoms, testing and early treatment
Eitan Gefen | 15:23 | 05.25.26
ניתוח לפרוסקופי
17 years, 89,000 surgeries: study reveals how hysterectomies have changed in Israel
Wolfson Medical Center and Health Ministry researchers reviewed all hysterectomies performed in Israel from 2005 to 2021, finding fewer procedures relative to population size, fewer open surgeries and a major shift toward laparoscopy
Eitan Gefen | 08:07 | 05.25.26
ניתוח לתסמונת התעלה הקרפלית, בית החולים AZ Maria Middelares, בלגיה
No stitches, barely a scar: Israel tests breakthrough ultrasound surgery for carpal tunnel
At Sheba Medical Center in Israel, doctors are testing an ultrasound-guided minimally invasive surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome that uses a tiny incision with no sutures and no scar, aiming for faster recovery than open surgery and a new standard
Eitan Gefen | 17:51 | 05.24.26
As in many other areas of human culture, the world of scientific prizes is still dominated largely by male researchers and white academics. An image showing the number of women who won the Nobel Prize from 1901 to 2025; in many years, there was not a single female laureate
Do scientific prizes reward excellence or reinforce bias and outdated myths?
From Nobel Prizes to the Darwin Medal, science has no shortage of honors for outstanding researchers, but who decides what counts as outstanding — and by what standards? 
Orr Peleg/Davidson Institute of Science | 14:21 | 05.24.26
רופא חרדי
2,000 Haredi doctors in five years? New plan aims to ease Israel’s physician shortage
Israel ranks below the OECD average in doctors per capita, and a new reform could worsen shortages, especially in the periphery; a national plan aims to guide Haredi students from prep courses to medical careers without lowering standards
Shilo Freid, Or Hadar | 14:17 | 05.24.26
אובך בתל אביב
Extreme heat and air pollution may worsen migraines, study finds
Soroka and Ben-Gurion University study finds air pollution, extreme heat and shifting climate conditions may worsen migraines and raise the risk of acute attacks, as experts warn cumulative exposure affects the condition
Or Hadar | 11:43 | 05.24.26
לשמור על האמייל
Chew on this: the diet dos and don’ts that can save your smile
Tooth enamel is the body’s strongest tissue, but it does not regenerate; dentists say diet, timing and brushing habits can help prevent sensitivity, stains and decay
Lior Houbara | 09:33 | 05.24.26
השפעת מחלת הסרטן על המיניות
Cancer took their sex lives; doctors are helping patients and couples find intimacy again
A new clinic at Davidoff Cancer Center helps patients and survivors rebuild intimacy after chemotherapy, surgery and trauma; doctors say sexuality is not a luxury, but part of recovery, identity and the will to live
Sarit Rosenblum | 04:54 | 05.24.26
״פוגע בנפש״. סביבת עבודה קודרת
Working long hours? New study links heavy schedules to higher obesity rates
International study of 33 OECD countries finds longer working hours are associated with higher obesity rates, but researchers stress the findings show correlation, not proof of cause and effect
ynet | 02:30 | 05.24.26
הפטיטיס, דלקת כבד נגיפית
FDA approves first-ever drug for hepatitis D, severe liver virus
FDA approves Gilead’s Hepcludex as first treatment for hepatitis D, a severe liver virus linked to rapid cirrhosis and cancer, marking the first antiviral option for the disease in decades
Oren Reis | 15:12 | 05.23.26
קמטי צוואר
Why the neck ages faster than the face and what can help reverse it
Screens are known to harm vision and posture, but now 'tech neck' is bringing deep wrinkles and sagging skin to people in their early 30s; why does neck skin age so fast, and how can it be restored?
Dr. Sivan Mercer | 03:26 | 05.23.26
שעות שינה
Sleep banking: is it possible to catch up on sleep before an all-nighter?
Can you sleep extra before a night flight, big exam or busy week to function better later? Researchers are divided, but one thing is clear: severe sleep loss harms health more than you may think
Eitan Gefen | 23:20 | 05.22.26
תרופות הרזיה
Weight-loss pills taking over US may soon reach Israel: what to know
Oral GLP-1 drugs may offer a needle-free alternative to obesity injections and help maintain weight loss after treatment, but experts warn they still require medical supervision, lifestyle changes and careful use
Sharon Kidon, Oren Reiss | 18:59 | 05.21.26
ונסה טראמפ ובתה קאי, נכדתו של דונלד טראמפ
Former Trump daughter-in-law reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump, 48, former wife of Donald Trump Jr. and partner of Tiger Woods, says she is working with doctors on a treatment plan and asks for privacy as she focuses on recovery
ynet | 13:09 | 05.21.26
מוצרי חלב
Why is everyone suddenly sensitive to milk?
Why are more people struggling to digest dairy, and how can lactose intolerance be distinguished from a true allergy? Doctors say processed foods may play a role, while unnecessary milk avoidance in childhood can raise allergy risk
Tzur Gueta | 13:26 | 05.20.26
Back on track after a previous failure, and carrying a large payload. The Zhuque-2E rocket launches from Dongfeng this week
Israeli experiments and Starship’s return: this week in space
SpacePharma and Israeli student experiments are aboard the ISS, Israel and South Sudan cooperate on space science, Starship returns upgraded and China keeps racing ahead 
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 06:53 | 05.20.26
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