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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

Your fasting plan could be hurting you

Major US study finds that both short and long eating windows may raise the risk of early death, pointing to 11–12 hours as ideal; experts urge personalizing fasting habits to fit health needs, lifestyle and the body’s natural circadian rhythm

Eitan Gefen | 09.30.25

נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ ושר הבריאות האמריקני רוברט פ. קנדי ג'וניור

EU medical agency dismisses Trump’s claim linking Tylenol in pregnancy to autism

Despite decades of science finding no causal link, Trump claims Tylenol use in pregnancy causes autism—prompting global health agencies to reaffirm paracetamol’s safety

News Agencies | 09.23.25

The Israeli implant that may cure paralysis forever

Led by Prof. Tal Dvir, the team is preparing for the world’s first human spinal cord implant procedure designed to restore mobility in people living with paralysis

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 09.11.25

השתלת לב מלאכותי מתקדם Aeson מתוצרת CARMAT במרכז הרפואי שיבא

Israeli hospital ranks ninth among the world’s smartest hospitals

Sheba Medical Center rises to 9th in Newsweek’s global ranking of the world’s smartest hospitals—showcasing Israel’s health-tech leadership as innovation, AI-driven trials and digital transformation

Or Hadar | 09.11.25

Dr. Michal Mekel appointed first female director of Rambam Health Care Campus

Mekel makes history as the first woman to lead Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa—stepping into the role with deep roots in the hospital, a vision for innovation and resilience, and a commitment to patient care

Or Hadar | 09.09.25

People born after 1939 less likely to reach 100, study suggests

A new international study finds rising life expectancy in rich countries has slowed sharply since 1939, warning governments to prepare health and pension systems for modest gains and focus on quality of life

Ynetnews | 09.08.25

Want better sleep? Try yoga

Meta-analysis of 30 trials with 2,500 participants across 12 countries finds yoga outperformed walking, strength training and even Tai Chi for easing sleep disturbances; researchers say short, vigorous sessions with conscious breathing work best

Ynet | 08.28.25

Tel Aviv hospital under fire after patient operated on wrong eye

Assuta Ramat HaHayal Hospital under scrutiny after patient underwent surgery on wrong eye, exposing critical lapses in protocol; now under Health Ministry review, error adds to past IVF and lab mishaps that have raised concerns over hospital’s standards

Or Hadar | 08.26.25

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