Health & science
שלושת הזוכים בפרס לשנת 2025
Brunkow, Ramsdell and Sakaguchi win 2025 Nobel for discoveries in immune tolerance
This year’s prize 'relates to how we keep our immune system under control so we can fight all imaginable microbes and still avoid autoimmune disease,' said Marie Wahren-Herlenius, a rheumatology professor at the Karolinska Institute
Reuters | 13:00 | 10.06.25
בדיקת קורונה
Spike in coronavirus cases: 'I was sure I was going to die'
Health funds report rise of tens of percent in the number of coronavirus patients in the past month; At the same time, the vaccination rate in Israel is among the lowest and most embarrassing in the West; 'I felt headaches that I've never had in my life,'  says Dana; Gil  talks about a feeling of suffocation and a slow recovery: 'Everything I ate felt like rust'; Member of Ministry of Health's epidemic treatment team: 'Most young people were vaccinated four years ago, and therefore now experience a more significant illness'
Or Hadar | 11:01 | 10.05.25
דיאטת צום לסירוגין
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 | 06:07 | 09.30.25
עץ תפוחים בגולן
From apple cores to cures: Israeli breakthrough turns waste into functional food ingredient
Israeli researchers have developed a process to convert discarded apples into a nutrient-rich powder, offering a sustainable solution to food waste with global potential for healthier products
Ynet | 02:12 | 09.29.25
סבא זקן בית חולים אילוסטרציה
ALS patient undergoes court-approved euthanasia at Sheba hospital: 'My life now is hell and I want to end it'
The 44-year-old man who described himself as a 'bag of bones' made his plea before the loss of his last ability to communicate by blinking his eyes; His oxygen was reduced to the same level found in ambient air and was given palliative sedation to prevent any sensation of suffocation, which complies with the Patients’ Rights Law
Or Hadar | 19:20 | 09.28.25
נחירות
Ladies, it’s time we talked about your snoring
One in three women under 50 snore at night, and after 50 the rate rises to two-thirds, matching men; so why the shame, and when does it signal a medical issue that requires treatment?
Limor Gal | 15:05 | 09.28.25
שבת
Neuroscience research finds a great reason to observe Shabbat
A recently published study found that people who take a regular weekly day of rest sleep better, feel less tired, and experience overall improvements in mental health; In other words: Sabbath observance—an ancient and restrictive religious practice—suddenly gains scientific validity; Taking a break from the rat race for a day and a half is good for everyone, believers and non-believers alike
Dr. Yael Benvenisti | 06:42 | 09.28.25
נוי גנחובסקי
Settler surrogate for gay couple: ‘My only condition was that they be Jewish’
From a small settlement in the West Bank to a Tel Aviv couple, Noy Gnachovsky carried a child as a surrogate; She says the October 7 attacks reignited her mission: to bring new life into the world and strengthen the Jewish people
Or Sofer | 23:12 | 09.26.25
חצבת
Measles outbreak in Jerusalem: three toddlers die in less than a week
Doctors at Hadassah confirm deaths of three unvaccinated toddlers from measles in under a week, raising death toll to five since the outbreak began; new hotspots include Kiryat Gat and Ashdod, as health teams urge vaccinations
Nina Fox | 20:06 | 09.25.25
התמונה הראשונה באור אולטרה-סגול מהאטמוספרה החיצונית של כדור הארץ, הגאוקורונה. תמונה זו צולמה על ידי צוות משימת אפולו 16 בשנת 1972
NASA launches spacecraft to reveal Earth’s invisible 'halo'
Apollo 16 first captured Earth’s faint 'halo' in 1972; now, a new NASA mission will study the planet’s outer glow to uncover how solar eruptions shape and affect our atmosphere 
Yogev Israeli | 13:57 | 09.25.25
ילד חולה חצבת
Second child dies of measles in Jerusalem within a week
Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital says one-year-old had been hospitalized in critical condition for two months and connected to an ECMO machine
Ynet Global | 22:21 | 09.24.25
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 | 14:49 | 09.23.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ ושר הבריאות האמריקני רוברט פ. קנדי ג'וניור
Trump links autism to Tylenol and vaccines, claims not backed by science
At a White House briefing, US president urges pregnant women to avoid Tylenol and warns against standard vaccines, promoting autism theories rejected by leading scientists; medical groups call claims dangerous and unsupported
Reuters | 07:03 | 09.23.25
דבש
Are you ruining your honey’s health benefits? Common mistakes to avoid
Honey is packed with antioxidants and immune-boosting compounds, but heat treatment and common mistakes at home — like stirring it into boiling tea — can strip away its benefits; here’s how to preserve its natural health value
Tal Hadar Bitan | 16:19 | 09.22.25
ילד חולה חצבת
Jerusalem toddler dies from measles
It is the third measles death since the outbreak began; the 16-month-old was unvaccinated; Ministry of Health: 'There is an active outbreak in Beit Shemesh, Bnei Brak, Harish, Jerusalem, Modi'in Illit and Nof HaGalil - and it is possible to get vaccinated there without making an appointment'
Nina Fox | 11:06 | 09.22.25
רגישות לגלוטן
Gluten sensitivity without celiac: Why bread still makes you sick
Some people test negative for celiac yet still react to bread and pasta — a condition known as non-celiac gluten sensitivity; experts explain the difference and what can help
Avishag Lefkowitz | 03:53 | 09.22.25
תינוקת בפגייה
Four infants infected in Rambam Hospital NICU in Haifa, one dies
Health Ministry has been notified, and the hospital is investigating the source of the infection while pausing new NICU admissions
Lior El-Hai, Or Hadar | 21:42 | 09.20.25
אמיר, עבר ניתוח להשתלת תותב פין
'I felt like a rag, powerless in bed: A penile implant gave me back my life'
After losing his first wife to cancer, undergoing a kidney transplant, and battling prostate cancer, and when he finally found new love, Amir thought intimacy was gone forever. Then, at 66, he chose a penile implant — and says it saved his life
Ariela Ayalon | 13:09 | 09.20.25
פסיכולוג
Can Israeli AI fix the global mental-health crisis?
Taliaz, which piloted its platform in the UK and France, has rapidly scaled in Israel after October 7, partnering with resilience centers and health funds to deliver faster, more effective psychiatric support 
Maayan Hoffman / The Media Line | 15:45 | 09.19.25
אריק חי ונונו
Ashdod man says pool banned him over weight, cutting off lifeline in weight-loss journey
Arik Hai Vanunu, 48, says local pool canceled his membership after lift chair couldn’t support his weight; staff told him facility was ‘not accessible,’ ending daily swims that helped him lose 30 kg; advocacy groups call for urgent solution
Roni Green Shaulov | 19:50 | 09.18.25
אגוז מוסקט. עשיר בנוגדי חמצון, כולל תרכובות פנוליות ושמנים אתריים
The antioxidant-packed spice that protects your gums naturally
Nutmeg, once known in traditional medicine as the 'spice of kings,' has long been prized, but it must be used with care, as overuse can pose health risks
Liora Houbara | 18:35 | 09.18.25
היפרתימזיה
What did you wear ten years ago? The French teen who can remember every day of her life
A young woman in France with hyperthymesia can recall every detail of her life—and even imagine future events; scientists say her rare memory offers new insight into how the brain stores and relives experiences
Eitan Gefen | 17:22 | 09.18.25
בנק זרע בנק הזרע
Nearly half of Israeli men oppose posthumous sperm use by parents, study finds
Survey data, Health Ministry figures, and courtroom hurdles frame a fast-evolving landscape in which prior consent is emerging as the central fault line; Over 900 soldiers have been killed in the current war and the possibility of genetic continuity can 'relieve some of the pain'
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 23:31 | 09.17.25
הדמיה של לוחם ספרטני
Netanyahu invokes 'Sparta' vision for Israel — but does history back the comparison?
The prime minister said at a Jerusalem conference that Israel must adapt to an almost autarkic (self-sufficient) economy, or  'Athens and super-Sparta'; Historians explain what Sparta really was, and whether the analogy holds for modern Israel
Yogev Israeli | 20:52 | 09.16.25
פצצות תאורה בשמי רצועת עזה
Why Gaza flare bombs are visible even from Tel Aviv
Illumination flares over Gaza shine so brightly and fly so high that they’re visible even in central Israel; what role does Earth’s atmosphere play in this phenomenon?
Yogev Israeli | 16:14 | 09.15.25
פעילות כוחות צה״ל ברצועת עזה
Officials warn of 'PTSD crisis' among Gaza veterans: 'We don't want to be next suicide case'
Defense Ministry says 20,000 soldiers have been added to its rehabilitation lists since the Gaza war began, most with psychological injuries; by 2028, the number is expected to double, with PTSD cases posing the greatest challenge
Shira Kadari-Ovadia | 13:30 | 09.15.25
הדמיית הפקולטה לרפואה שמתוכננת באילת
Higher Ed Council approves pre-clinical medical studies in Eilat, but no independent faculty
The program, likely under Ben-Gurion University, will let students complete basic medical studies in Eilat before moving to hospitals for clinical training; officials say it will expand opportunities and ease Israel’s shortage of doctors
Or Hadar | 21:05 | 09.14.25
משטרת טורקו בפינלנד
Doctor stored relatives’ bodies in freezer for 30 years: 'Wanted to preserve them for the future'
An 80‑year‑old doctor in Turku allegedly kept two deceased relatives, likely his parents, in home freezers for nearly three decades; The case exposes gaps in Finland’s grave license laws and weak oversight of death‑care regulation
Ynet Global | 10:32 | 09.14.25
סמלים של פייסבוק אינסטגרם טיקטוק אוסטרליה אוסרת שימוש של ילדים ב רשתות חברתיות
Study: Heavy social media use in Israel-Hamas war linked to higher anxiety, weaker resilience
Survey of 304 Israelis finds intensive reliance on WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook for war news increases distress and erodes confidence in national strength, with women reporting greater anxiety and lower resilience than men
Prof. Keren Dopelt | 03:52 | 09.13.25
חיסון נגד קורונה
Trump administration to link covid shots to child deaths, alarming scientists
Trump officials plan to cite unverified reports tying COVID-19 vaccines to 25 child deaths at a CDC advisory meeting, alarming scientists who warn the shots are safe and protect against severe illness
Ynet Global | 23:41 | 09.12.25
ארוחות
Got a big test or meeting? These foods can help you focus
Research shows that what—and when—we eat impacts focus, energy and mood; so what helps, what hurts and is sugar really tied to ADHD?
Dr. Yael Benvenisti | 12:24 | 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 | 00:44 | 09.11.25
The first phase of a first-in-human clinical trial of TruLeaf Medical's RoseDoc docking system
Global breakthrough: Israeli firm performs first-ever catheter-only implant of innovative heart valve
TruLeaf Medical, owned by Allmed Solutions, successfully implants its RoseDoc docking device in two patients in India, the first step in a two-stage catheter-based procedure to replace faulty tricuspid and mitral valves without open-heart surgery
Ynet Global | 17:24 | 09.10.25
שני שעיו טופלה בעקבות סרטן מסוג יואינג סרקומה
‘I fought to serve’: Cancer survivor joins IDF reserves after life-saving surgery
At 12, Shani Shayo was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer after sudden paralysis in her arms; a 15-hour surgery saved her life, and now cancer-free at 20, she says her biggest victory was winning the right to serve in the IDF
Ariela Ayalon | 08:34 | 09.10.25
ד"ר מיכל מקל מנהלת בית החולים רמב"ם
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 | 01:30 | 09.09.25
תוחלת חיים
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 | 13:14 | 09.08.25
Thinking of a cleanse? 3 detox diets doctors say to skip
Detox diets claim to cleanse the body by restricting some foods and promoting others, but experts warn they carry risks; here’s a look at three of the most popular detox plans, their pros and cons, potential harms and why you shouldn’t try them at home
Dr. Tori Goldstein | 04:51 | 09.08.25
הירח הפך אדמדם. הליקוי בוונצואלה
Total lunar eclipse paints Israel's night sky red in rare celestial show
Billions across Asia, Europe, Africa and Australia witnessed Sunday night’s 'blood moon,' as Earth cast its shadow over the moon in a total eclipse visible in Israel throughout all phases
Dr. Yigal Pat-El | 19:40 | 09.07.25
גלילה בטלפון, שירותים
Scrolling on your phone while on the toilet sharply raises risk of hemorrhoids
Smartphone use in the restroom is associated with a 46% increased risk of hemorrhoids; 'I’ve been warning my patients for years not to take their phones into the bathroom,”'said Dr. Benjamin Person, a senior colorectal surgeon and proctologist; 'Until now, it was professional intuition. But now there’s research to support it'
Tzur Gueta | 14:00 | 09.07.25
דימום בעין
Sudden red spot on the eye? Usually harmless, sometimes a warning
A sudden red patch on the white of the eye often looks alarming but is typically painless and benign; experts say it’s more common with age and may signal underlying health issues like high blood pressure if it recurs
Tzur Gueta | 01:23 | 09.07.25
Study finds cheerful and soft music may ease motion sickness
Study finds cheerful and soft music can reduce motion sickness, while sad music may be less effective than resting in silence, offering a noninvasive, low-cost alternative to medications that often cause fatigue
Roi Zuckerman | 12:56 | 09.06.25
בית החולים סורוקה לאחר פגיעת הטיל ששיגרה איראן
Soroka Medical Center pleads for aid as repairs lag after Iranian missile strike
Two and a half months after a missile hit, southern Israel hospital still struggles with reduced capacity, closed wards, and delayed surgeries; Officials call for government-led funding and a fortified new building
Or Hadar | 05:35 | 09.05.25
מלח
Study links excess salt to treatment-resistant hypertension
Hypertension affects about two-thirds of people over age 60 and is responsible for an estimated 10 million deaths globally each year; often symptomless, it raises the risk of heart disease, stroke and other complications
Eitan Gefen | 23:47 | 09.04.25
הפרעת שינה
Having trouble falling asleep? Here are 8 simple tips to improve sleep quality
For many, falling asleep is no easy task, especially in these turbulent times; but there are practical ways to help your body drift off more easily and get real, quality sleep; here's what you should know
Dr. Yael Benvenisti | 22:15 | 09.04.25
השתלת לב לאחר לב מלאכותי בבית החולים שיבא
Israeli doctors preform first human heart transplant after artificial heart implant
A man in his 50s at Sheba Medical Center received Israel’s first human heart transplant after living three months with a full artificial heart, a life-saving procedure experts say marks a major milestone in cardiac medicine and transplant technology
Sharon Kidon, Or Hadar | 18:33 | 09.04.25
RedC Biotech
Israeli startup RedC Biotech aims to replace donors with lab-grown blood from stem cells
RedC Biotech says its lab-grown blood could prevent the deaths of 2 million people a year, solving shortages that leave hospitals worldwide without safe, reliable supplies during emergencies, wars and disasters
Lital Or Zini | 17:36 | 09.04.25
משה בר סימן טוב
Israel sees surge in mental health demand as war strains services
Health Ministry reports 471% rise in short-term mental health treatment in 2024, with nearly 400,000 patients treated last year amid ongoing post-war stress
Sarit Rosenblum | 12:39 | 09.03.25
דיאטת צום לסירוגין
Study warns extreme intermittent fasting tied to higher heart risk
A major study tracking 20,000 adults found those restricting meals to fewer than eight hours daily faced a 135% higher risk of cardiovascular death; researchers urge moderation with safer 10–12 hour windows and stress food quality over rigid timing rules
Oren Reiss, Tzur Gueta | 20:24 | 09.02.25
מחלת לב
Heart failure in women: Key risk factors and how to prevent them
Heart failure in women stems from a mix of traditional risks like hypertension and obesity, and sex-specific factors including hormonal changes, reproductive history and chronic inflammation; early prevention and awareness are key to reducing future heart disease
Tzur Gueta | 01:28 | 09.02.25
הירח הפך אדמדם. הליקוי בוונצואלה
Don’t miss it: Total lunar eclipse to darken Israel’s skies September 7
Lunar eclipse to bring ‘blood moon’ fully visible over Israel; rare spectacle won’t return in full until 2028
Dr. Yigal Pat-El | 18:25 | 09.01.25
How digital age challenges push families to safeguard kids online
As the school year begins, experts warn parents to watch for signs of cyberbullying and online shaming among children and teens; Monitoring, open communication, clear rules, and digital tools can help protect kids and prevent the real-life harm of online abuse 
Sivan Sharon | 23:05 | 08.31.25
בדיקה לאיתור מוטציה בגן BRCA
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 | 12:54 | 08.31.25
נהיגה
Stuck in traffic? Your back may pay the price
Extended driving puts heavy strain on the body, with poor posture leading to back, neck and shoulder pain; seat adjustments, proper belt use and small posture changes can ease discomfort and help drivers stay alert and safe
Dr. Yael Benvenisti‏ | 07:16 | 08.31.25
אישה מגהקת גיהוק
The burp that won’t come: The hidden disorder you’ve never heard of
Rare condition known as RCPD prevents people from burping, causing pain, bloating and social discomfort; first identified in 2019, it can often be treated with a single Botox injection—yet many doctors and patients remain unaware it exists
Dr. Yael Shapira-Galitz | 22:19 | 08.30.25
אישה גיל המעבר גלי חום גל חום הזעות
Navigating menopause: How hormones, heat waves and body changes transform life
From sudden weight gain and hot flashes to strained relationships and self-doubt, women share the emotional, physical, and social realities of menopause—and the strategies that help reclaim confidence and vitality
Dana Spektor | 15:17 | 08.30.25
חך שסוע שפה שסועה
What causes cleft lip and palate? A genetic clue emerges
Researchers have found that a defect in the processing of tRNAs may contribute to the development of cleft lip and cleft palate—two of the most common craniofacial malformations
Dr. Gal Haimovich/ Davidson Institute of Science | 20:32 | 08.29.25
לישון את החופשה בכיף
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 | 09:05 | 08.28.25
הדמיית מגדל התקווה שתרמו שמואל חרל"פ ואשתו ענת לבית החולים בילינסון
Rabin Medical Center receives historic NIS 600M donation from Israeli philanthropists
Owners of car importer Colmobil pledge largest health donation in Israel’s history to construct The Tower of Hope, a state-of-the-art heart and brain center
Or Hadar | 07:53 | 08.28.25
אופק קיסינג
Israeli cancer survivor lives with an ankle for a knee: 'It pushed me forward in dating'
After battling bone cancer at 19, Ofek Keesing chose a rare surgery that rotated his leg 180 degrees so his ankle could function as a knee; now 27, he’s pain-free, traveling the world and embracing life with confidence
Tzur Gueta | 20:25 | 08.27.25
ניתוח השתלת אלקטרודות במוח תחת היפנוזה בוצע בעלי אבו-ריא בסיוע הפסיכולוג ד"ר אודי בונשטיין במרכז הרפואי לגליל בנהריה
Brain surgery under hypnosis: 'He took me on a trip to Thailand'
In a groundbreaking procedure at Galilee Medical Center, a 71-year-old Parkinson’s patient underwent deep brain stimulation surgery fully conscious, guided only by a psychologist’s hypnotic voice instead of anesthesia
Yair Kraus | 18:57 | 08.27.25
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