Medical study
'Zombie' cells may cause common form of epilepsy - study
The researchers found that clearing away damaged but undying brain cells (known as zombie cells) in mouse models of epilepsy reduced the number of seizures and improved the rodents’ memory.
Israeli hospital's 'groundbreaking' studies could lessen treatments, reduce prostate cancer risks
Nurture vs nature: Children with early ADHD risk are more sensitive to environment
Women hit far harder than men by October 7 war media overload - study
Linked obesity and ADHD in children: Innovative approaches to prevention and treatment - opinion
Recent studies on the link between ADHD and obesity risk shed light on contributing factors and innovative treatments.
Israeli company presents revolutionary study on dog's cancer-sniffing capabilities
The part of the canine brain dedicated to smell is 40 times larger than in people - allowing them to detect tiny chemical changes in breath samples, such as those caused by developing tumors.
Israeli breakthrough identifies key defective gene in common heart disease
This discovery is predicted to transform genetic screening and treatment protocols for patients worldwide.
Soroka-University Medical Center saves bones and lives with new special department
The new study examined patients aged 65 and over who had undergone hip fracture surgery and were subsequently treated in the geriatrics department.
Japanese researchers restore movement in paralyzed patients using iPS stem cells
An elderly patient who was previously completely paralyzed can now stand and begin rehabilitation.
Study finds waist circumference a stronger cancer risk indicator than BMI in men
An 11 cm increase in men's waist circumference raises obesity-related cancer risk by 25%.
Study links food additive mixtures in ultra-processed foods to higher type 2 diabetes risk
While previous studies have examined the effects of individual additives, none have looked at the potential health impact of consuming them in combination.
AI may be better than physicians at making clinical decisions, TAU study says
According to a Tel Aviv University study, AI may be better than physicians at making clinical decisions.
High levels of anxiety after last year’s Iranian drone, missile attack - study
The key findings reveal that 41% of participants experienced peritraumatic distress – an intense emotional and physical reaction during or immediately after a traumatic event.
New Israeli comprehensive study examines massive physiological load of childbirth
During pregnancy, the mother’s cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, skeletal, metabolic, endocrine, and immune systems are all affected by fetal demand.
