Tag: health
Hebrew Univ. Study Links Fear of Terror with Risk of Death
A faster-beating heart as a result of fear of terror increase the risk of heart disease, researchers report.
Israeli Scientist Finds Omega-3 Reduces Smoking
A new study conducted by an Israeli scientist finds that Omega-3 helps reduce a smoker's craving for nicotine.
New York City Hospital Testing Patient for Ebola Virus
A healthcare worker has returned to the US from West Africa suffering with symptoms resulting in testing for the Ebola virus at NYC's Bellevue Hospital.
Israeli ALS treatment Gets ‘Fast-Track’ FDA Designation
Stem cell treatment developed by Israeli company BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics has been designated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a "fast-track" treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Iranians Wonder, Is the Supreme Leader Fading?
Iranian media photos of a very frail Ayatollah Ali Khamenei sparks questions about the future of the Supreme Leader.
Israel Health Ministry Lists Electromagnetic Radiation as Possible Carcinogen
Israel’s Health Ministry has published a new list of carcinogens based on recommendations by the World Health Organization and a committee.
USDA: Pregnant Women Should Limit Fish Intake
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency have warned pregnant and breastfeeding women, those who might become pregnant and young...
Israeli Startup Provides Home Care for Elderly
An Israeli startup provides unusually comprehensive home care for seniors and peace of mind for their families.
According to an annual report released last September...
Netanyahu Passes Annual Physical
A small polyp was removed from his colon, but otherwise the Prime Minister is in very good health.
Israeli Researcher: Chewing Gum Cause of Migraines in Teens
"Every doctor knows that overuse of the TMJ will cause headaches."
Fertility Problems? Join the ‘Breakfast Club,’ Researchers Say
Why go through complicated procedures to help fertility when a Breakfast of Champions might solve the problem, says Israeli researchers. Eat well in the morning and multiply the earth.
Davening–Praying Can Be Good for your Health
The davener stands, sits, stands, bows, straightens up, turns, takes steps backward and forward, sits, stands, sits, stands, bows, and so forth.
Abusing Clout
When Chassidim make a request to a government official, he pays attention.
Yesh Atid, Revise Your Platform
"We believe that every person in Israel must have their fundamental rights met..." Not applicable to terror victims and their families' fundamental right to justice.
Israel Hosts Global Conference to Promote Women’s Rights
Attendees learned about Israel’s success promoting women’s rights.
Video Games Can Help in Stroke Rehab, Says Israeli Research
Video games do not necessarily numb brains. They actually can help the brain recover from damage caused by a stroke, according to a Tel Aviv University researcher. Bring on Nintendo.
Mother Blames Mohel for Baby’s Herpes after Circumcision
The question of the safety of the controversial ritual of sucking the baby’s blood after the foreskin is cut in a circumcision has again been raised following another case of Herpes.
Free Tay-Sachs Screenings at Philadelphia’s Einstein Center
Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia is offering free Tay-Sachs disease screenings to those of Irish descent until the end of May.
The screenings, which involve a...
Court De-Fizzes Mayor Bloomberg’s Soda Ban
A New York state judge ruled that the New York City “big soda can” ban promoted by Mayor Michael Bloomberg is illegal. It was...
Israel Start-Up’s Anti-Obesity Pill Set to Go Big Time
An Israeli-made pill may be on its way to make the world slimmer. The “slim pill” to reduce obesity could go on the market as a medicine, with the help of a major pharmaceutical company.
Canadian Doctors to Drop Anti-Circumcision Stance
The anti-circumcision crowd is about to suffer a setback with a “revolutionary” new policy by Canadian pediatricians, who will suggest, “Let the parents decide.”
US Orthodox Jews Find Bugs in Nutrition Agenda
The federal government says spinach is so healthy that schools will lose their eligibility for funding if the Popeye favorite is not served, but...