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Why you don’t pay thousands for healthcare in Israel, and why that feels suspicious at first

What is kupat holim? How does Israel’s universal healthcare system actually work, why there’s no bill after a doctor visit and what every new immigrant should know before getting care

ynet Global | 06.04.26

'Colleagues told me they wouldn't treat dying patients from Israel,' Jewish doctor in Britain says

Jewish doctor told British television in an interview that he was exposed to harsh statements from medical staff, including an alleged refusal to treat Israelis and discriminatory treatment of Jewish patients; British Ministry of Health: 'Shocking report'

Itamar Eichner | 06.03.26

A nation in distress, a system of prescriptions: Israelis are drowning in pills

A new Physicians for Human Rights Israel report found that more than 95% of HMO patients who begin psychiatric medication never receive public psychotherapy, even as antidepressant use has surged 15% since the war and waits for psychologists stretch to 18 months

Or Hadar | 06.03.26

Why North American healthcare professionals are choosing Israel now

More than 350 physicians and healthcare professionals attended MedEx in New Jersey this week; four of them explain why they are choosing to leave established careers in the United States and immigrate to Israel; ‘Most participants who come to this conference will eventually immigrate to Israel,’ says Zev Gershinsky, Executive VP of Nefesh B’Nefesh, one of the event’s organizers

Tzur Gueta | 06.02.26

Choosing a health fund in Israel: Why new immigrants get it wrong

‘Many decide at the last minute based on a name they recognize,’ says health systems expert; confusion, language gaps and unfamiliar rules leave olim struggling ito navigate care and often choosing a kupa that does not fit their needs

ynet Global | 05.18.26

Whatsapp co-founder donates $200 million to Shaare Zedek Medical Center

Jan Koum Family Foundation is behind the donation; it is expected to triple the capacity of the Jerusalem hospital, which currently has about 1,000 beds; It is the largest donation in the history of Israel’s health care system

Adrian Filut, Calcalist | 05.08.26

Location, location, location: where you live in Israel shapes your healthcare

From your first choice at the airport to your daily access to doctors and specialists, where you settle in Israel can determine how close, fast and convenient your healthcare really is

ynet Global | 05.06.26

Why Israel should put video games at the center of its health-tech strategy

Opinion: From diabetes to ADHD to surgical training, video game technology is transforming healthcare globally, but not yet in Israel; with world-class hospitals and game studios side by side, the country is missing a massive opportunity to lead

Sam Glassenberg | 01.20.26

Skip the creams: why what you eat matters more for your skin

Vitamin C has long been a star of skincare products, but new research shows the most effective way to boost skin health is through diet, not cosmetics, with measurable improvements in collagen, density and renewal tied directly to food intake

Eitan Gefen | 01.16.26

Boost to health care in Israel: 541 doctors made aliyah in past year

After the departure of hundreds of Israeli doctors in the past two years, there has been an increase in the number of doctors who moved to Israel from countries such as the US, France and South America in 2025; 'After October 7, I told myself this is the time - I want to be there'

Or Hadar | 01.04.26

Myths and facts: when brushing your teeth does more harm than good | A guide

From the moment our first tooth pops out, we’re told to brush, thoroughly and consistently, at least twice a day; however overzealous brushing can damage our teeth

Dr. Khaled Gafali | 12.23.25

Cyberattacks are surging and the health care system is still vulnerable

4 years after the major attack on Hillel Yaffe hospital, Israel is recording a sharp jump in cyberattacks: 3,380 incidents per year, hundreds of which have the potential to cause significant damage; A new report ranks Israel third in the world in scope of attacks, with hospitals a major target

Raphael Kahan | 11.23.25

פעילות כוחות צוות הקרב של חטיבת הנח״ל בצפון רצועת עזה

Israel's $50 billion choice: A trauma economy or a growth economy?

Two years after October 7, Israel faces a tipping point: Will we allow the collective trauma to become a multi-billion-dollar drain on our economy, or will we make a strategic investment in our people to turn this crisis into an engine for growth?

Shauli Hertzik Paz | 10.06.25

Women of Ethiopian descent to be screened for BRCA: Why this testing is critical

Testing is part of the basket of health services; Dr. Rachel Michaelson-Cohen of Shaare Zedek explains why the test is not only for Ashkenazi women, how being a carrier significantly increases the risk of breast and ovarian cancer, and what preventive measures and innovative treatments can be taken to save lives in the event of being a carrier

Dr. Rachel Michaelson-Cohen | 08.31.25

Survey: Most Israeli medical students abroad may not return home

July 2025 survey of 233 Israeli medical students in Europe and US found that 74% considering staying abroad, citing poor incentives, licensing hurdles and limited career prospects in Israel; experts warn of worsening doctor shortages

Ynetnews | 08.17.25

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