Not only sweet: What can a teaspoon of honey really do for the body?
It has starred on the holiday table for generations, but in recent years honey has also sparked renewed interest in hospitals and in research. Some interesting facts about honey.
Health & Wellness
Health Ministry advances regulations requiring iodine enrichment for table salt
Making Aliyah? Your healthcare plan should begin before the flight
What you must know about taking magnesium
Overusing skincare products, overdressing, and improper heat exposure can harm newborn skin
The Israeli summer can be harsh on newborns' delicate skin. A pediatric dermatology expert explains how overdressing, excess skincare products, and heat exposure can cause irritation and rashes.
CDC expands largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states - report
US cyclosporiasis cases have reached record levels this year, with the current epidemic among the largest foodborne illness outbreaks in recent US history.
The power of "Agile Philanthropy" in times of crisis
Agile philanthropic partners provide the speed, flexibility, and sustained commitment required to solve complex social crises in real time
MDMA-assisted psychotherapy reduces PTSD in 80% of soldiers, Israeli study finds
While under the influence of MDMA, patients are believed to be able to engage with traumatic memories while experiencing emotional regulation, trust, and psychological safety.
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.
AI in sperm selection: Changing the future of IVF
The next major advance in IVF may come from learning how to extract information that has been sitting under the microscope all along
How many cm can a child really gain from growth hormone treatment?
Growth hormone deficiency is only one of the reasons for short stature in children, which is why a comprehensive and accurate medical evaluation is necessary before starting treatment.
No time to retire: Why growing older does not have to mean slowing down
Growing older should not mean withdrawing from life. By protecting our health, challenging our minds, and staying connected, we can continue to grow, learn, and find purpose at any age.
Jerusalem teacher’s vision improved from 10% to 90% after Hadassah surgery
Surgeons implanted donor corneal tissue to treat severe keratoconus, allowing the 38-year-old teacher to resume driving and working
Israeli law mandating graphic warning images on all smoking products takes effect
CEO of the Israel Cancer Association, Moshe Bar Haim, called the legislation "a very dramatic milestone in the fight against smoking," which claims more than 1,000 lives in Israel every month.
