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Unwind at Thailand's premier spa retreat
The award-winning Chiva-Som offers a luxurious escape from the stresses of everyday life, with a mind-boggling number of retreats, treatments and activities
Buzzy Gordon | 06.12.24
אלצהיימר דמנציה
Alzheimer drug gets unanimous approval from FDA panel
Lilly's donanemab, Alzheimer's drug benefits outweigh risks in the early stages of the disease although it causes brain swelling and bleeding; the panel finds, clearing the way for a final FDA decision
Reuters | 06.11.24
מליאת הכנסת ביום ה-234 למלחמה
Amid speculation, Netanyahu dismisses cancer rumors
Prime Minister's Office issues statement saying Netanyahu is not ill, certainly not with pancreatic cancer, claiming rumors were lies spread by some activists and journalists
Gilad Morag | 06.05.24
Ultrasound technology, familiar to many as a safe imaging tool, for example in prenatal tests, ultrasound probe
Harnessing sound waves to alleviate pain: Targeting the brain
A new study proposes the use of focused ultrasound waves targeted at the brain as a novel method to alleviate pain 
Oryan Zacks | 06.01.24
עישון סיגריה סיגריות
Israeli smokers take 'toll' on health system, die 10 years before others
Ahead of World No-Tabaco Day, Dr. Emilia Hardak says number of smokers in the Israeli public is increasing despite well-known adverse effects on the body and even potential early death
Alexandra Lukash | 05.31.24
בדיקות היריון
Study: new genetic test uncovers hidden risks in presumed healthy fetuses
Every pregnancy carries concerns about fetal health; exome sequencing could greatly increase diagnosis of genetic conditions; however, test expensive and not covered by universal healthcare
Sarit Rosenblum | 05.27.24
The inheritance of recessive genetic diseases, such as cystic fibrosis. The probabilities of parents who are carriers to have healthy or sick children
The troubles we inherit from our parents
What are hereditary diseases and syndromes? Exploring the unpleasant side of the genetics we inherit from our parents 
Abigail London / The Davidson Institute of Science | 05.25.24
איאן גלדר שחקן משחקי הכס נפטר מסרטן דרכי המרה
A rare cancer caused the quick death of a 'Game of Thrones' actor
Ian Gelder known for appearing in 'Game of Thrones' died this month from gallbladder cancer; his partner shared that the tumor was discovered in December and was aggressive and violent; What is known about this aggressive cancer, how can it be diagnosed and are there any treatments that can help?  
Prof. Ravit Geva | 05.24.24
אודי ציטיאט
Implant gives spots photographer new lease on life
Udi Tzitiat's hearing loss deteriorates to deafness and tinnitus but after missing a goal in a crucial match, he undergoes surgery  ridding him of disability, tinnitus and depression 
Gilad Jalon | 05.22.24
ד"ר רובין בורנשטיין, רופא שיקום, בית לוינשטיין
The rehabilitation doctor who made aliyah to treat wounded in Israel
Dr. Robyn Bornstein says deciding to move to Israel from the US ha shad a deep impact on him, and that being able to help injured soldiers in his line of work has taught him a great deal
Eitan Gefen | 05.20.24
עובד מעבדה בוחן דגימה תחת מיקרוסקופ
Israeli experts discover how cancer cells survive, and how to starve them
Study including researchers from Ben-Gurion University discover how tumors are able to survive without available glucose; experts hope discovery will lead to future treatment
Eitan Gefen | 05.19.24
קפסולות האינסולין שניתנות לבליעה כדי לטפל במחלת הסוכרת
Insulin in capsule may replace injections for diabetics
International team of researchers develops method using nanotechnology, for diabetics to take insulin orally in the future; the experiments on animals prove successful; human trials to begin next year
Yogev Israely | 05.13.24
תסמונת הלב השבור
Broken heart syndrome: When sadness is overwhelming, it's like a heart attack
Heartbreak, profound sadness and persistent anger can lead to Broken Heart Syndrome, which mimics a heart attack but doesn't damage blood vessels; "The heart changes shape, resembling a balloon," expert explains
Gilad Jalon | 05.13.24
בדיקת ינשוף. אילוסטרציה
Can your body produce alcohol? Introducing the auto-brewery syndrome
Rare syndrome, affecting only dozens worldwide, causes carbohydrates to ferment in intestines, increasing ethanol in blood and producing alcohol similar to that found in alcoholic beverages; 'Those afflicted may experience symptoms of intoxication,' experts say
Ron Crissy | 05.09.24
עייפות כרונית
Tired all day? These lifestyle changes might help you restore your energy back
If you're finding it particularly difficult to wake up and you're dragging a sense of heaviness and fatigue throughout the day, maybe it's related to what you're eating; experts explain the link and suggest what foods you should remove from your diet
Dr. Inbal Kadman, Noa Avraham | 05.03.24
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