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Break a leg: 21-year-old fractures own legs to become taller

A young German man undergoes extreme leg-lengthening surgery to boost his height—and his confidence; His viral journey reflects a growing global trend where men endure pain, risk, and high costs in pursuit of a few extra inches and self-worth

Tzur Gueta | 07.18.25

Clinical trial finds liver damage in healthy adults taking common CBD doses, often without symptoms; researchers urge regular testing and medical oversight, especially as CBD use grows rapidly despite limited proof of benefits or long-term safety

Tzur Gueta | 07.15.25

New obesity definition could label millions more as high-risk, Israeli-led study finds

An Israeli-led study applying Europe's updated obesity criteria finds that over 50 million U.S. adults once deemed overweight now qualify as obese—many with serious health conditions; experts warn the findings are also relevant for Israelis

Tzur Gueta | 07.08.25

Genital warts on the rise as HPV infections surge in Israel

A Tel Aviv man’s personal account of HPV highlights the growing prevalence of genital warts and the dangers of late diagnosis; Experts stress early treatment, vaccination, and public awareness to prevent complications, including cancers linked to high-risk HPV strains

Tzur Gueta | 06.28.25

Stroke risk: Sleep deprivation during wartime may harm brain

Neurologist explains chronic sleep loss during the Israel-Iran conflict raises stroke risk as prolonged stress and disrupted rest trigger dangerous physiological effects

Tzur Gueta | 06.25.25

Is your beard actually dirtier than your toilet? Science weighs in

Claims that beards are breeding grounds for bacteria have gone viral, but do they hold up to scientific scrutiny? A dermatologist debunks the myths and explains what proper hygiene really means for facial hair

Tzur Gueta | 05.31.25

Tamar Kotz’s tragic end: Experts explain science behind 'broken heart syndrome'

Death of Tamar Kotz, who lost five family members in the October 7 massacre, highlights the devastating link between extreme grief and Takotsubo cardiomyopathy which can lead to serious cardiological conditions

Tzur Gueta | 05.27.25

Prolific sperm donor passes genetic cancer causing mutation to 10 offsprings

Donor fathering 67 babies, carrying an undetected TP53 mutation; 23 of his offspring inherited cancer risk and 10 are diagnosed with leukemia or lymphoma; Israeli legislation to prevent such cases, lacking

Tzur Gueta | 05.25.25

פעילות כוחות צה"ל, כחלק ממבצע "מרכבות גדעון" ברצועת עזה

Combat service in IDF increases risk of ALS, Israeli study finds

New study reveals combat veterans, particularly IDF paratroopers, face a 2.5 times higher risk of degenerative illness, suggesting links to intense physical demands or environmental factors

Tzur Gueta | 05.22.25

War drives up recreational drug use in Israel, health experts warn

European study shows rise in amphetamine use since 2016; Israeli expert says no point in telling users 'just say no' as many connect increased drug use to emotional distress

Tzur Gueta | 05.19.25

US approves at-home cervical cancer test; Israeli pilot programs underway

FDA’s approval of the Teal Wand, a self-sampling HPV test, marks a shift toward accessible cervical cancer screening, with Israeli HMOs piloting similar programs

Tzur Gueta | 05.16.25

Celiac disease patients can kiss without gluten exposure risk, study says

Researchers from Columbia and Stanford find that in most instances, the amount of gluten transferred during a kiss — even after eating gluten-rich crackers — was far below the threshold needed to trigger a reaction in celiac patients

Tzur Gueta | 05.10.25

One in eight IDF reservists reports PTSD after Gaza war, study shows

Tel Aviv University research finds 12% of reservists report PTSD symptoms following combat engagements, up sharply from pre-war levels; researchers urge urgent action to expand mental health care and long-term support for combat veterans

Tzur Gueta | 05.07.25

Israeli researchers develop breakthrough treatment for life-threatening blood loss

Hebrew University and IDF Medical Corps researchers unveil breakthrough treatment for hemorrhagic shock, boosting survival, stabilizing vital signs and protecting tissues—promising for both civilian trauma care and battlefield use

Tzur Gueta | 05.06.25

Breakthrough treatment slows brain metastases in colon cancer patients

Researchers at Sourasky Medical Center discover IRS2 protein helps cancer cells survive in brain’s hostile environment; new experimental drug combined with chemotherapy successfully reduced metastases in mice, offering hope for innovative treatments

Tzur Gueta | 05.06.25

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