Belly fat may accelerate brain aging, major Israeli MRI study finds
New research suggests visceral fat reduction may protect the brain and slow cognitive decline in midlife.
Health & Wellness
Mothers can protect babies from gum disease before birth, Hebrew University study finds
People are talking to each other much less – and it has a dangerous effect
Experts warn: These 7 popular dietary supplements are not effective
The breakfast that lowers blood pressure: Foods worth knowing
Breakfast is truly the most important meal of the day – and by choosing the right foods, you can safely lower your blood pressure.
Artificial night light disrupts body clocks, may increase mortality, researchers say - study
Tel Aviv University research finds artificial night lighting may disrupt biological rhythms and raise mortality
The revolution in cholesterol guidelines
The new guidelines emphasize that not only cholesterol levels matter, but also how long the arteries are exposed to them, so in some people monitoring and treatment begin around age 30.
Ahead of Lag Ba’omer: The danger of bonfires – this is how you treat injuries
On Monday, tens of thousands are expected to celebrate Lag Ba’omer with bonfires across the country. MDA warns of the danger of injuries from the burning fire.
Health Ministry changes medical cannabis guidelines, passes responsibility to insurance funds
Cannabis may still be considered in severe cases, such as insomnia or acute distress, but only alongside proven treatments like psychotherapy and under close supervision.
7 medications that do not work well with coffee
Drinking coffee in the morning is a regular habit for many, but studies reveal that combining caffeine with certain medications may cancel their effect and even cause side effects.
Dealing with ADHD and concentration difficulties? Foods and habits that can help improve focus
People with ADHD sometimes forget to eat, or they have difficulty planning meals and buying nutritious food in advance. Experts recommend several habits and foods that can ease the difficulty.
Drugs created for one purpose that became breakthroughs in another field
Some of the most well-known drugs in the world were actually born out of failure, surprising side effects, or studies that were meant to solve a completely different medical problem.
'The Handover': The ABCs of nursing, with a Jewish twist - reivew
Author Tilda Shalof reflects on her decades of hospital-based work in Canada, and how Jewish humor and its paradoxical mix of tragedy and comedy mirrors a shift nurse’s daily experience.
10 common medications that cause men to develop female breasts
Experts warn that common medications for blood pressure, hair loss, anxiety, and heartburn may disrupt hormonal balance in men and lead to unexpected physical changes.
