Heart disease

Technion scientists receive grants for cancer research on pregnancy, heart disease, recurrence

Professor Irit Ben Aharon received a Research Professorship grant to support her research into the effects of chemotherapy administered to pregnant women on their children. 

|ByDANYA SAPERSTEIN
(From L -R) Dr. Shira Landau, Professor Irit Ben Aharon, Dr. Ido Livne
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

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.

|ByDORON KUPERSTEIN
Herbs

The simple addition to any meal that may help against viruses, illnesses – and also cancer

There are quite a few herbs in your kitchen packed with vitamins, essential nutrients, and compounds that help fight cancer and heart disease.

|ByMAARIV ONLINE
The researchers found that the best results were recorded among people who combined strength training with aerobic activity such as brisk walking, running, cycling, or swimming

The workout that may significantly reduce the risk of early death

A new study has found that 90 minutes to two hours of strength training per week are linked to a decrease in the risk of heart disease, stroke, and dementia.

|ByWALLA! HEALTH

Israeli researchers discover 'blue dye' to repair hearts after attack

"Because Chicago Sky Blue is non-toxic, we think it might be tested to prevent further damage following the initial injury of a heart attack."

JANUARY 20, 2020ByHANNAH HEPNER
A 3D printed, small-scaled human heart engineered from the patient’s own materials and cells.