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Carrying around a heavy bag? These are the troubles it could cause

Carrying a heavy, unbalanced bag can cause back, neck and nerve pain and expose users to bacteria and hidden health risks; What can we do to prevent this, why shouldn't we put a wallet in our back pocket, and why is a messy bag a sign of something deeper?

Dr. Yael Benvenisti | 12.22.25

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‘Mary Poppins’ star Dick Van Dyke celebrates 100th birthday with new longevity guide

Dick Van Dyke, forever known from 'Mary Poppins' and 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,' turns 100 and releases a book on aging well, crediting his positive outlook; he still starts each morning with black coffee and five sugar cubes

Noga Shavit-Raz | 12.12.25

Israelis are turning back to herbal remedies: Here are 5 medicinal herbs you need to know

As more Israelis seek natural ways to unwind, experts recommend five calming herbs that are easily available and simple to prepare; Used in teas, these traditional remedies support sleep, digestion, mood and stress relief.

12.12.25

How Hadassah is transforming care for autism and developmental disabilities

Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in Medicine: 'Autism is not one condition'

ILTV | 12.10.25

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The tropical fruit gaining attention for blood sugar balance and appetite reduction

Garcinia, a fruit native to South India and Southeast Asia, is said to help balance blood sugar levels and support digestive cleansing

Liora Houbara | 12.05.25

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 | 12.04.25

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 | 12.03.25

Why women outlive men — and why Israelis live longer than most

Global life expectancy has surged over the past century, and Israel now ranks fourth worldwide at more than 83 years; what drives longevity, why women almost always outlive men and could turning 100 soon become far less rare?

Eitan Gefen | 11.29.25

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 | 11.29.25

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 | 11.22.25

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 | 11.06.25

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 | 11.03.25

British Embassy in Israel launches second cohort for healthtech startups

Following first cohort’s success, UK-Israel Tech Hub opens new academy for Israeli startups to explore NHS collaboration; three firms from 2025 delegation already forming UK partnerships as mental health costs soar to £300 billion annually

ynet Global | 10.28.25

The hidden epidemic of the 21st century: how loneliness is killing millions

New research and Israeli experts say loneliness now poses a greater risk to health than smoking 15 cigarettes a day — fueling anxiety, illness and early death

Eitan Gefen | 10.17.25

New study debunks alcohol health myth: One drink may still harm the brain

A study of over 500,000 people found no safe level of alcohol consumption; even moderate drinking raises the risk of dementia; the World Health Organization warns that health risks begin with the very first sip

ynet | 10.17.25