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The fat droplets of alzheimer's disease

A new study enhances our understanding of the significance of fat droplets, the third hallmark associated with Alzheimer’s disease

Tal Fisher/Davidson Institute of Science | 06.29.24

7-year-old girl whose parents refused her tetanus vaccine hospitalized in intensive care

A girl from Netanya contracted the infectious disease following a fall and injury and was admitted to the intensive care unit; The parents had refused to vaccinate their daughter as part of the routine immunization schedule.

Adir Yanko | 06.27.24

Euthanasia cases on the rise in Canada and so is the criticism

Number of Canadian euthanasia cases 15 times higher than California, despite similar population sizes; Many in Canada get sicker while waiting for an available doctor; 'My son may have had cancer, but what really killed him was the Canadian health care system'

Ayala Or-El, Los Angeles | 06.26.24

COVID is back: 13 patients on ventilators

At least 70 hospitalized with virus, three in critical condition; Rambam Hospital reported that one patient is connected to an ECMO machine despite despite infection rates being far from pandemic levels and current virus strain being much less dangerous

Yaron Drukman, Lior El-Hai | 06.23.24

The origami of the brain’s enigmatic fold

An unusual brain fold appears in only 30-60% of the population and is associated with emotional and mental traits, as well as with the timing of onset of dementia

Dr. Adi Yaniv/Davidson Institute of Science | 06.22.24

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What you should know about West Nile fever

Dr. Shai Reicher explains what attracts mosquitos to humans in the first place and how you can protect yourself from contracting the virus

Nir (Shoko) Cohen | 06.20.24

The surprising link between cheese and migraines

Israeli doctor reveals how certain cheeses may trigger the condition, offers prevention tips and effective treatments

Dr. Daniel Oved | 06.19.24

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US surgeon general calls on Congress to place warning label on social media

Dr. Vivek Murthy, has proposed to add a warning label to social media as is done with health hazards such as cigarettes; Murthy claims that increased exposure to social media can lead to anxiety and depression

Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York | 06.18.24

At least 5 contract West Nile Virus in Tel Aviv, 2 seriously ill

All impacted by illness passed on by Asian Tiger mosquitos are over 60 and reside near the Yarkon River in the north-eastern sectors of the city; the incubation period for the virus can be up to 3 weeks

Adir Yanko | 06.18.24

Iran sees surging suicide rates among medical staff

Recent deaths of 3 doctors reignite debate over high number of suicides within country's medical system; experts warn official figures likely underreport true rates

Itamar Eichner | 06.17.24

Unwind at Thailand's premier spa retreat

The award-winning Chiva-Som offers a luxurious escape from the stresses of everyday life, with a mind-boggling number of retreats, treatments and activities

Buzzy Gordon | 06.12.24

Alzheimer drug gets unanimous approval from FDA panel

Lilly's donanemab, Alzheimer's drug benefits outweigh risks in the early stages of the disease although it causes brain swelling and bleeding; the panel finds, clearing the way for a final FDA decision

Reuters | 06.11.24

Amid speculation, Netanyahu dismisses cancer rumors

Prime Minister's Office issues statement saying Netanyahu is not ill, certainly not with pancreatic cancer, claiming rumors were lies spread by some activists and journalists

Gilad Morag | 06.05.24

Ultrasound technology, familiar to many as a safe imaging tool, for example in prenatal tests, ultrasound probe

Harnessing sound waves to alleviate pain: Targeting the brain

A new study proposes the use of focused ultrasound waves targeted at the brain as a novel method to alleviate pain

Oryan Zacks | 06.01.24

Israeli smokers take 'toll' on health system, die 10 years before others

Ahead of World No-Tabaco Day, Dr. Emilia Hardak says number of smokers in the Israeli public is increasing despite well-known adverse effects on the body and even potential early death

Alexandra Lukash | 05.31.24

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