Health

A 27-kg. load on the neck: The hidden cost of smartphone use

Sound like we're exaggerating? This is the load placed on your neck the more you bend – and these are the long-term damages it can cause.

This phenomenon already has an official name, and it concerns doctors and orthopedists all over the world – text neck syndrome
For the purpose of diagnosis, special stimulation tests are performed, in which substances that encourage the secretion of growth hormone are given. Afterwards, hormone levels are tested at several points in time.

How many cm can a child really gain from growth hormone treatment?

An elderly couple going for a run.

No time to retire: Why growing older does not have to mean slowing down

 A banner depicting Iran's new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei is displayed on the side of a highway in Tehran on March 10, 2026.

Iran fears audio recordings could reveal Mojtaba Khamenei’s location, Iranian media claims - report


Healthy smoothie that looks innocent – could quickly become a medical problem

A green smoothie has become the new symbol of health, but for people with a tendency toward kidney stones, it could pose a problem.

Green smoothie. Not for everyone.

Guarding our health is an act of Jewish responsibility - opinion

Neglecting the body is not an expression of faith. Exercise, proper rest, and healthy habits are part of the Jewish obligation to protect the life entrusted to us.

THOUSANDS OF RUNNERS take part in the Tel Aviv Night Run, Oct. 2025.

Does smoking outside protect your children from cigarette smoke? Israeli study says no

'Many parents believe that smoking outdoors protects their children,” said Prof. Ariel Tarasiuk. 'Our findings suggest that this is not always the case.'

 TOBACCO SMOKING and second- and third-hand smoking (exposure to other’s smoke or toxins on rugs, curtains, and furniture) accounts for over 70% of COPD cases in high-income countries, with symptoms including coughing, sometimes with phlegm, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and tiredness.

Israeli scientists launch worlds-first clinical trial for experimental pancreatic cancer treatment

The Israeli-developed treatment uses RNA molecules to silence mutated KRAS genes and will be tested alongside standard therapy in patients with locally advanced disease.

An illustration showing siRNA targeting a cancerous tumor.

40 a day could protect the brain and reduce dementia risk

A simple action that some of us do and some of us do not, can help the brain tune itself and thereby assist sleep and mood – and also reduce the risk of dementia.

Light exposure affects the brain through the biological clock.

Coffee with olive oil – the truth is revealed

Olive oil is the king of the Mediterranean diet, but combining it with coffee will not balance hormones or burn fat. A sober look at the viral trend and marketing promises during menopause.

Coffee and olive oil

The surprising reason why people do not use defibrillators in an emergency

Despite high accessibility and simple operation, the public still hesitates to use defibrillators. The result can be the loss of critical minutes and human lives.

The decision to act immediately can be the difference between life and death. The problem is that many still view the defibrillator as a complex medical device intended for professionals only.

Israel built a binational healthcare system but never learned how to manage it - opinion

The war exposed growing tensions in Israel’s healthcare system and the need for a new approach to managing shared workplaces.

A medical operations room provides services in a Jerusalem hotel for those evacuated from their homes in Beit Shemesh following an Iranian missile strike.

What are the traps that lurk for children with ADHD in the summer?

The summer vacation is a time of letting loose, but there are children for whom the lack of frameworks and increased free time are confusing and make things difficult. This is how you cope.

Have a pleasant summer

High cholesterol? The new recommendations that will surprise even those who feel healthy

New guidelines from leading cardiology associations emphasize early diagnosis, personalized risk assessment, and stricter cholesterol targets to prevent heart disease.

New guidelines from leading cardiology associations suggest a shift in perception and emphasize early diagnosis, personalized risk assessment, and stricter cholesterol targets to prevent heart disease