Less than 300 calories a day: Hostages face long-term effects from starvation
Professor Yuval Khalad, an expert in human physiology, explains what happens to the body step by step as it enters a state of extreme, prolonged hunger, and what the long-term effects could be.
Behind the medical decision: Why some hostages were released from hospitals earlier than others
Since their release from captivity, some of the freed hostages have already returned home, while others are still hospitalized under close supervision.
Longer life, lower expenditure: Israel ranks fourth in life expectancy among OECD countries
New data indicates that life expectancy in Israel has jumped to almost a full additional year, leaving Israel at #4 in OECD rankings.
Former PM Naftali Bennett's X account posts suspicious scam link in apparent hack
"The Israel News app is now available. Download it and share your thoughts. Exclusive to Israelis. Currently available only on Windows," the post's caption reads.
Far from over: Released Gaza hostages begin road to recovery
Many of the additional hostages are expected to be released in the coming days.
Personal nutritionist, tailored menu: Returning Gaza hostages given strict diet as rehab begins
As one of the dietitians accompanying the hostages said: "The food here is not just fuel for the body, it is also part of the emotional healing process."
Dr to Maariv: Each hostage receives personalized dietitian, choosing food important psychologically
Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Campus's Prof. Noa Elikim Raz and Dr. Sigal Frishman discuss the care and rehabilitation process for the 20 hostages recently freed from Hamas captivity.
Hostages arriving at hospital combines 'excitement, anxiety, tears of relief,' doctor tells Maariv
Rabin Medical Center's Dr. Lena Feldman Koren shares insights on the emotional and medical care provided to returning hostages, detailing the preparations, personalized treatment for their recovery.
What hormonal changes, psychological effects mean for freed captives - explainer
In their first few days back to freedom, the hostages will need, and are set to have, a full support system of doctors, psychologists, and dietitians.
Health Ministry instructs hospitals to prepare for treatment of hostages under severe malnutrition
According to estimates by health system officials, most of the abductees now returning to Israel suffered from severe malnutrition and are at risk of developing "refeeding syndrome."
