Heart attack

Defibrillator rental service on a monthly basis

For the first time – it is possible to rent a defibrillator (AED) by Defibtech USA. The service includes home delivery, personal instruction, and full maintenance.

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THE MAYO CLINIC headquarters in Rochester, Minnesota: Though being overweight or obese is certainly a risk factor and increases one’s odds of suffering a cardiac event, the Mayo Clinic cites data that 15-30% of thin people will get heart disease, the writer notes.

It’s time to treat heart disease like the preventable crisis it is - opinion

Hernán Damiani

Argentinian opposition leader dies during live broadcast age 66

Blood donation

The simple (and pleasant) action that may reduce the risk of heart disease


Although it is a male disease, twice as many women who suffer from it – die. How is that possible?

About 20,000 people suffer a heart attack every year in Israel, most of them men, but the rate among women is steadily rising. And the most surprising part – they also die more.

About 20,000 people suffer a heart attack every year in Israel

Does a common heart attack pill help everyone? Studies disagree

Two sharply contradictory reports were presented on Saturday at a large cardiology meeting in Madrid.

 Illustrative photo shows various medicine pills in their original packaging

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, 71, dies from cardiac arrest

The former wrestling superstar died from cardiac arrest. He had been active in support for US President Donald Trump over recent years.

Hulk Hogan, professional entertainer and wrestler, gestures on Day 4 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US, July 18, 2024; illustrative.

Albanian captain dies while rescuing two Israelis at risk of drowning

In an attempt to bring the Israelis closer to the boat after they were swept farther away by strong currents, Anamali jumped into the water himself.

Captain Arben Anamali

New Israeli study links poor hydration to increase heart failure risk

Many don't consume enough water on regular days, even when it's cold, and as a result could have a higher risk of heart failure and high blood pressure (hypertension).

 Water faucet, illustration

Choosing health: Why you should live a healthy lifestyle even if you're unwell - opinion

It's too easy to say it's all genes, but personal decisions impact health.

 Study reveals heart has ‘sweet taste’ receptors. Illustration.

Post-Bennett heart attack: Warning signs and first aid treatment until MDA arrives

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett underwent Catheterization at Meir Medical Center after suffering a heart attack during physical activity.

Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett donates blood in memory of Sgt. First Class Yona Betzalel Brief, March 27, 2025.

Emaciated hostages were 'weeks away' from cardiac arrest, security source says

Three Israeli hostages were released in critical condition, after severe starvation, and facing extreme abuse, a security source said.

 From left to right: Former hostages Or Levy, Eli Sharabi, Ohad Ben Ami.

Man saved on El Al flight by medical professional after having heart attack on plane

“I did everything a doctor would do at a time like this,” said Weiss after the incident.

 Prof. Yoram Weiss, director general of the Hadassah Medical Organization saved a man having a heart attack during an El Al flight to Miami.

Irregular sleep patterns increase heart attack and stroke risk by 26%, study finds

Sufficient sleep alone is not enough; having regular sleep periods that do not change much day to day is key to mitigating health risks.

 Irregular sleep patterns increase heart attack and stroke risk by 26%, study finds. Illustration.

Sensor empowers heart failure patients: Groundbreaking Israeli technology

First findings of groundbreaking technology and therapeutic approach developed in Israel published in prestigious European Journal of Heart Failure.