Health

At 86, Prize-Winning Scientist Pursues Alzheimer’s Breakthrough

Prof. Moshe Youdim, developer of Parkinson's drug Nature and Israel Prize laureate, continues research at 86 with two experimental Alzheimer's treatments in development and a medical device incubator.

One in Five Israeli Adults at Risk From Dangerous Drug Interactions

A new health analysis reveals that more than 20% of Israeli adults face potential risks from hazardous medication combinations, even as overall rates of serious drug interactions have slightly declined.

Viral Garlic-Honey Recipe Raises Food Safety Alarms

A TikTok-trending fermented garlic and honey remedy has captured social media attention as a purported immune booster, but Israeli food safety experts warn the preparation method could create dangerous conditions for botulism-causing bacteria.

How Design and Environment Are Becoming Medical Treatment

Modern medicine is discovering what Jewish sages knew centuries ago: the healing power of thoughtful spaces. Natural light, art, music, and privacy are now recognized as essential components of patient care.

Menopause Goes Mainstream: A $15B Market Emerges

Once a taboo subject, menopause has become a major healthcare conversation—and a booming business. The global menopause product market is now worth $10-15 billion, reshaping medicine, workplace policies, and consumer goods.

Your Mouth May Hold the Secret to Longer, Healthier Life

New research links oral bacteria to heart disease and cognitive decline, prompting Israeli scientists to view the mouth as a source of systemic inflammation affecting overall health.

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder: Symptoms and Treatment Options

Borderline Personality Disorder affects millions worldwide, characterized by emotional instability, relationship difficulties, and chronic emptiness. Mental health experts outline evidence-based treatments that can restore stability and improve quality of life.

Nine-Year-Old Dies After Brain-Eating Amoeba Infection

A child from northern Israel has died from a rare parasitic infection contracted while swimming in the Sea of Galilee. The case marks the fourth documented infection from the deadly amoeba in recent years.

Nine-Year-Old Dies From Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba in Israel

A child from Pardes Hanna has died after contracting Naegleria fowleri, a deadly parasitic amoeba, while swimming in the Kinneret. The infection, confirmed at Rambam Medical Center, highlights emerging public health risks in Israel's largest freshwater lake.

Yom Kippur Claims Three Lives; Over 3,300 Seek Medical Aid

Israel's holiest day saw three fatalities and hundreds of medical emergencies as Magen David Adom handled more than 3,300 cases during the 25-hour fast, with nearly 2,300 requiring hospitalization.

Yad Sarah Expands Home Hospitalization Program with Public Support

The Israeli nonprofit Yad Sarah is scaling up its comprehensive home hospitalization initiative, enabling patients to recover near family with advanced medical equipment and professional care.

Rabbi Who Identified War Dead Struggles With PTSD

Rabbi Menachem Perl, who spent months identifying and preparing fallen soldiers and terror victims for burial during the war, opens up about his battle with post-traumatic stress and unexpected psychiatric care.

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