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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

The fight for their lives: The little heroes who beat illness

They were very young children when they faced life-threatening situations; some fully recovered, while others are still dealing with the consequences of a childhood overshadowed by illness; Photographer Ziv Koren accompanied the children every five years, documenting their road to recovery

Ziv Koren | 06.16.23

Sun smart: How to diagnose melanoma early

While most cases of melanoma and other skin cancers are usually treated with a simple surgical procedure, it's important to be aware of the symptoms and alert your doctor to prevent a potentially aggressive disease

Prof. Gal Markel, Prof. Assi Levi | 06.16.23

Israelis will have more access to medical cannabis - and won't need a special license

New legislation will allow doctors to prescribe medical cannabis to a wider variety of patients; experts are concerned that easier access to the drug may lead to addiction

Adir Yanko | 06.13.23

יעל עם הכלב שלה סקיי שאותו אימצה מבית שהזניח אותו

Israeli woman awaits second heart transplant in the U.S.

Yael Aloni, only 23, and her family launch fundraising campaign to allow her to go through a second heart transplant and a kidney transplant in the U.S. after Israeli doctors say waiting for donation could take too much time

Nitzi Yakov | 06.12.23

Hard facts: How to treat erectile dysfunction

In this guide, Prof. Rafi Heruti explains the condition, its causes, and the possible ways to treat it, ranging from prescription medication to experimental radio wave therapy

Dr. Itay Gal | 06.09.23

Teva to pay $193 million to Nevada in opioid case

Pharmaceutical company's spokesperson confirms settlement following claims Teva's practices in the U.S. led to widespread opioid addiction; payment plan will last from 2024 up to 2043

Reuters | 06.08.23

Ukraine's medical rehabilitation get a boost from Israel

Some 11 Ukrainian soldiers were treated in Israeli hospitals after losing limbs in the fighting since the Russian invasion one such success story presented in joint medical conference aimed at providing Israeli know-how to war torn country

Edward Doks | 06.05.23

Focus! Tips for students who deal with ADHD

Dr. Rachel Ben Hayun offers important information for students who deal with ADHD on how to improve their studying routine and what they can do to maximize their scores during their academic career

Dr. Rachel Ben Hayun | 06.04.23

Here's what you can do to stop lower back pain | Guide

The issue has created several myths, trends and studies, though the scientific community has yet to determine the exact medical link that causes lower back pain; these are some tips on how you should deal with the pain

Daniel Markovitch | 06.01.23

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