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Israelis must brace for extreme heat this summer

The government and local authorities must take steps to ensure vital infrastructure is unharmed and services provided under adverse head conditions while the health system must ensure public needs are met

Adi Wolfson | 07.09.23

Alzheimer's drug gives hope to Israeli patients and their families

After Leqembi receives accelerated approval of the FDA medical experts say cure is a gamechanger, calling on doctors, HMOs to invest more in early detection

Adir Yanko | 07.09.23

Healthtech startup DayTwo facing uncertain future after dramatic restructuring

While company demonstrates positive results in improving sugar levels, weight loss outcomes were inconclusive raising criticism over recommendation of foods that, despite their sugar-lowering benefits, are deemed unhealthy

Sophie Shulman/CTech | 07.06.23

The dangers of heading a soccer ball

While many soccer enthusiasts and professionals frequently attack incoming balls with their head, repeated trauma caused by impacts can lead to severe medical issues

Eitan Gefen | 07.03.23

Naps slow brain shrinkage, study finds

UK University College London's research indicates napping slows brain aging, and may protect against cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases

Ishay Shnerb | 07.02.23

Israeli study finds molecule effective against tooth decay

Researchers at Ben-Gurion and other international universities discover a unique characteristic of a synthesized molecule that combats key bacterium in development of tooth decay

Dr. Ariel Kushmaro, Dr. Karina Golberg | 06.29.23

Diabetes epidemic: Global cases set to double by 2050

Fueled by factors like obesity and sedentary lifestyles, diabetes is one of the most taxing diseases on healthcare systems worldwide, increasing the risk of severe illness and death, and posing a grave threat to individuals and healthcare systems

Dr. Itay Gal | 06.26.23

'Health, sustainability, and profitability': Beyond Oil revolutionizes fried food

filtering powder eliminates the harmful components generated in used oil, and keeps its quality stable, clear and clean Israeli company says; 'a serious game-changer for the junk food industry,' Hebrew University review finds

Daniel Edelson, New York | 06.26.23

המיילדת שלומית פרל עם האחיות פערי רינגר וליבי קאליקשטיין, שערי צדק

Two sisters, two babies, one midwife - a double blessing

'In all my 28 years of delivering babies, I have never been so touched,' the midwife says after discovering she had delivered both sisters' babies in one shift

Gilad Cohen | 06.25.23

The scientific breakthroughs that will make dieting a thing of the past

It's not just cosmetic, it's dramatic: After the hysteria surrounding the weight-loss drug Ozempic, more and more medications soon to be released to the market offer a world of abundance without excess calories and diseases associated with excess weight; Will household scales soon become a collector’s item?

Sarit Rosenblum | 06.23.23

Israeli man diagnosed with monkeypox despite being twice vaccinated

Health Ministry says epidemiological investigation into the case suggests no other people were in contact with the patient and exposed to the virus, and recommends people in high-risk groups in Israel get vaccinated against the virus

Adir Yanko | 06.22.23

Woman charged with falsifying medical degree, worked for years in hospital lab

Amal Jaberine indicted after Health Ministry claims her university degree and medical license were forged; She had been on staff in a private hospital in Tel Aviv

Gilad Cohen | 06.20.23

Israeli mom with 2 boys suffering from progeria syndrome: 'I was told not to get attached to my sons

Sara Orshalim's two sons suffer from rare progeria syndrome which causes them to age rapidly and involves several other medical complications but says despite all that she wants to cherish the time they have together

Alexanda Lukash, Nir Cohen | 06.19.23

ראובן אמיר, עמית אסתר עקווא וירון אדל. נשארו מחוץ לרפורמת הקנאביס

Patients left off medical cannabis list ask for help

Yaron, Amit and Reuven, whose licenses for using medical cannabis will soon expire, ask the government why their conditions aren't included in the upcoming reform despite proof the drug can improve their quality of life

Alexandra Lukash, Ariela Ayalon | 06.18.23

Taking the plunge: Israel's hottest health trend is ice baths

Immersing oneself in an ice bath might sound like a nightmare, but it’s the latest trend, alleviating pain, helping shed the pounds, relieving anxiety and more; Ronaldo, Madonna and Lady Gaga are already in; Ice baths have now made Aliyah

‏‎Ifat Manhardt | 06.17.23

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