Heatstroke

Largest ever Tel Aviv Marathon ends with multiple heatstroke cases

Over the course of the marathon, 35 runners received medical attention at Sourasky Medical Center's medical tent,

RUNNERS AT the Tel Aviv marathon, February 27, 2026.
 Mosh Beach in Eilat

One dead, two hospitalized in serious condition following extreme heat in Eilat, Beersheba

 Water faucet, illustration

New Israeli study links poor hydration to increase heart failure risk

 A young child uses a tablet in the back seat of a car (illustrative)

'The Sizzling Schnitzel:' A startling summer warning for parents


Israelis enjoy brief respite from extreme heat wave

Wednesday will bring clear skies and a further increase in temperatures, returning the country to an uncomfortable heat. 

 Israelis enjoying the beach in Ashkelon during a heatwave, August 27, 2022

Risk of fatal heart attack may double when the air is hot and dusty

The researchers estimated that about 2.8% of heart attack deaths could be attributed to the combination of extreme temperatures and high levels of fine particulate pollution.

 Sandstorm in Eilat, June 1, 2023.

'Heat storm' stretches into southern Europe, health alerts issued

Europe's highest recorded temperature of 48.8C (119.8F), registered in Sicily two years ago, could be exceeded in the coming days.

 Sweltering summer sun.

Israel's extreme heat wave: How much longer will it last?

On Monday, the heat is expected to reach its peak, with temperatures projected to reach 45C (113F) at the Dead Sea.

 Israelis enjoying the beach in Ashkelon during a heatwave, August 27, 2022

Netanyahu suffered from more than dehydration - neurologist

According to sources from Sheba Medical Center, the prime minister lost consciousness while at home in Caesarea and fell as a result, hitting his head.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a press conference at the Ministry of Defense in Tel Aviv on April 10, 2023.

Extreme heatwave in Israel: What to expect and how to stay safe

Most of the country will experience temperatures ranging from 91-96F (33-36C), although some locations will reach 100-109F (38-43C).

Israelis enjoy the beach in Tel Aviv as a winter heatwave hits Israel, February 28, 2023.

How can you protect yourself in extreme heatwave?

According to the meteorological service, in the coming days are expected to bring extreme heat throughout the country. How can you deal with the heat and keep healthy?

 Metzitzim Beach, June 1, 2023.

World breaks hottest-day record three days in a row in one week

On Thursday, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service said June was the hottest month ever, smashing the previous June record in 2019 by a substantial margin.

 Sweltering summer sun.

Woman dies for three minutes, comes back to life no longer afraid of death

Jade grapples with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome and postural tachycardia syndrome, both of which contribute to irregular heart rhythms.

 What happens after we die? (illustrative)

Can forgetting your child in the car happen to just about anyone? – study

In moments where there is a lot going on, the intention can be lost. The researchers added that this could happen to anyone.

 How to keep your car window from becoming foggy