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Israeli app for adjusting insulin dosage receives FDA approval

DreaMed Diabetes’ MODI app analyzes glucose and insulin data to deliver personalized dosing recommendations to adults with type 2 diabetes, without requiring a doctor to approve each adjustment

Meir Auerbach/Calcalist | 09.28.26

Weekly insulin is coming to Israel — with a rival close behind

FDA approves Eli Lilly’s once-weekly insulin, Onswik, for adults with type 2 diabetes; Novo Nordisk’s rival weekly insulin, also approved in the US, is expected to reach Israel within weeks

Oren Rice | 09.27.26

Israeli researcher helps solve 340-year mystery of Sweden’s Queen Christina’s death

Technion and Rambam professor Zaid Abassi and two US colleagues say undiagnosed diabetes likely contributed to a chronic leg infection that developed into fatal sepsis in 1689

Tzur Gueta | 09.18.26

She lost 70 kilos to donate a kidney to her husband, then gave it to a stranger

After diabetes left Meir Kara blind and his kidneys failed, his wife Rinat lost 70 kilos to qualify as a donor. A last-minute paired transplant meant her kidney went to another patient while an altruistic donor gave Meir the kidney that freed him from dialysis

Dina Halutz | 09.12.26

Steak or lentils: Which protein is better for your body?

Do lentils need to be paired with rice, why should lemon be added to the meal, and how can legumes help support blood sugar control? Here is what to know before replacing steak with plant-based protein

Tal Hadar Bitan | 07.27.26

עודף משקל בקרב כלבים עלול לגרום ללחץ תוך-עיני גבוה

New Israeli study raises concerns over the hidden risks of obesity in dogs

Overweight and obese dogs were found to have higher intraocular pressure than dogs of normal weight; the findings of a study by researchers at the Hebrew University underscore the importance of weight management in preserving dogs’ vision

Yogev Israeli | 02.22.26

Israeli‑led research unveils 'living' implant that could end insulin shots

Technion and top US universities unveil implantable 'living pancreas' that senses glucose, produces insulin and evades immune response, paving the way for self-regulating, long-term diabetes treatment without daily injections

ynet Global | 02.04.26

Near-catastrophic submarine navigation error triggered diabetes in IDF officer, court rules

Haifa court finds extreme stress from a rare mistake aboard an IDF submarine directly caused Type 1 diabetes and orders the Defense Ministry to recognize the officer as a disabled veteran

Lior El-Hai, Reuven Weiss | 12.28.25

Diabetes breakthrough: Chinese trial paves way for insulin-free future

In a groundbreaking treatment, insulin-producing cells sourced from a young woman's own body were successfully implanted, effectively eliminating the need for daily injections

Daniel Khaykelson/Davidson Institute of Science | 03.23.25

Study reveals sugary drinks as a major cause of diabetes and heart disease

A large global study links sugary drinks to over 2 million diabetes cases and 1 million heart attacks worldwide; Experts urge reducing consumption, emphasizing prevention through healthy diets, exercise, and societal norms to combat the growing health crisis

Dr. Irit Hochberg | 03.14.25

Dementia cases expected to double by 2060; are you at risk?

Study finds 42% of adults over 55 face dementia risk, with cases projected to double by 2060; experts urge prevention, early diagnosis and lifestyle changes to combat rising public health crisis

Tzur Gueta | 01.20.25

Breakthrough in nephrology: Ozempic slows kidney disease progression by 24%

Ozempic, known for weight loss and diabetes care, now EU-approved to cut kidney disease risk in type 2 diabetes; studies show it slows kidney disease by 24%, reduces mortality by 20% and lowers heart attack and stroke risks

Tzur Gueta | 12.16.24

Steps to prevent prediabetes from progressing to disease

Elevated blood glucose levels are not yet high enough for a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis, intervention is critical with lifestyle changes including diet, increased physical activity to reduce progression, restore normal glucose levels

Danny Zelvesky, Dr. Maya Ish-Shalom | 11.15.24

A new weight loss injection is coming to Israel

Eli Lilly announces it's new Mounjaro injection will be avaliable in the country from September 15, but how effective is it and how does it compare to Ozempic?

Ron Crissy | 09.12.24

Diabetic or prediabetic? These foods aren't for you

Diabetes is an omnipresent threat for those with ultra-processed food addiction; as new research reveals alarming complications, the urgent need to recognize and combat food addiction grows ever more critical

Dr. Irit Hochberg | 09.03.24