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Israel pushes bioconvergence as next economic frontier

Government-backed program says Israel has mapped 188 bioconvergence companies and committed hundreds of millions of shekels to research, infrastructure, regulation and training as it seeks to turn the multidisciplinary field into a new engine of growth

ynet Global | 04.14.26

Losing an hour of sleep: How Daylight Saving Time impacts heart health and safety

Transition to daylight saving time may temporarily disrupt sleep and affect the body, but studies show that the effect on the heart is not clear-cut; The greater threat lies in persistent sleep deprivation, which affects cardiovascular risk over time

Tzur Gueta | 03.25.26

Matricelf to launch first-in-human spinal cord therapy trial with Sheba Medical Center

Israeli biotech Matricelf teams with Sheba to advance first human trial for spinal cord injury treatment using autologous implants

ynet Global | 03.24.26

פרופ' שומרון בן חורין, מנהל המכון למחלות דרכי העיכול בשיבא, ביצע קולונוסקופיה ללא טשטוש במוטי מזרחי

‘Don’t sleep on it’: doctors warn war-driven delays in tests and heart procedures can cost lives

Israelis delay colonoscopies and even catheterizations during war, doctors warn of fatal consequences; Sheba offers no-sedation tests so patients can reach shelter during sirens; 'A patient died at home after delaying catheterization. If you have heart symptoms, don’t sleep on it,' says a senior cardiologist at Sheba

Ariela Ayalon | 03.22.26

The truth about pneumonia risks today

Dr. Neville Berkman: 'Pneumonia is still probably the commonest cause of death worldwide'

ILTV | 03.12.26

Shortness of breath during air raid sirens: what happens in the body and how breathing can calm anxiety

During sirens and prolonged wartime stress, many people suddenly feel they cannot breathe properly; a pulmonologist explains why anxiety changes breathing patterns and shares simple techniques that can help calm the body and reduce symptoms

Dr. Inbal Shafran | 03.07.26

Skipping breakfast? Major study warns of unexpected danger

Study of nearly 1 million adults found troubling statistical link between meal timing and bone fractures; regularly skipping breakfast and having late dinners raised fracture risk by up to 23%; also, 'night owls' face higher heart risks

ynet | 02.24.26

Without counting calories or exercising: this small change could improve your health

No dieting, no cutting carbs and no calorie counting needed; new study found that stopping food intake and dimming lights 3 hours before bed significantly improved blood pressure, heart rate and blood sugar in overweight adults

ynet | 02.20.26

Biological age or chronological age? How to find out how old you really are

In her book 'True Age,' gerontologist Dr. Morgan Levine, 41 with a biological age of 36, explains why chronological age is just a number, how to easily calculate biological age and which changes can help slow it down

Noga Shavit-Raz | 02.13.26

Used to swallowing pills? smarter ways to take vitamins and medications

New 'delivery systems' protect vitamins and medications and improve absorption, with options including liquids, soft gels, powders and sprays; how do you choose the right one?

Roy Rothenberg | 02.13.26

Pink noise may be hurting your sleep, study finds

University of Pennsylvania researchers found pink noise reduced REM sleep and increased nighttime awakenings, while simple earplugs offered stronger protection against traffic noise. Experts warn of potential risks, especially for infants and toddlers

ynet | 02.12.26

Billionaire dies during penis enlargement treatment; French court sentences doctors

Years after a billionaire died during a penis enlargement treatment in Paris, a French court ruled medical failures were linked to his death, convicting two doctors; Israeli experts warn against risky procedures and urge patients to verify physicians’ expertise

Tzur Gueta | 02.02.26

What really happens at 65 — and how to prepare properly

Age 65 marks a medical transition, not just a retirement milestone; from muscle loss and balance to medication risks and cognitive changes, these are the key steps to help preserve health, independence and quality of life in the years ahead

Dr. Orly Barak | 01.26.26

Why war may be Israel’s greatest public health threat

Prof. Hagai Levine: 'if we can provide a peaceful future without war, it will be great for the public health of Israel'

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 01.25.26

For the first time in five years, Israel’s organ transplant waiting list shrinks

Israel performed 622 organ transplants last year, with 96 families consenting to donation and 131 patients advanced through the queue via donor cards, according to the 2025 Transplant Center report; deaths on the waiting list fell from 72 to 56

Or Hadar | 01.19.26