Israel’s Life Expectancy Rises to 83.8 Years, Fourth Highest in the World: OECD
Israel's life expectancy soars to 83.8 years, ranking 4th globally in latest OECD report. Exceptional health outcomes with low public spending.
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PTSD Still Claiming The Lives of October 7 Survivors
PTSD continues to claim lives of October 7 survivors in Israel, with 41 casualties so far. Nova community urges vigilance and support for those affected.
Hospitals to Be Allowed to Resume Elective Procedures as Security Restrictions Ease
Israeli hospitals will resume elective and ambulatory medical procedures as security restrictions are eased, following updated health guidelines.
New Autism Discovery Could Pave the Way for Targeted Therapies
Researchers at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, led by Prof. Haitham Amal, identified a nitric oxide pathway disrupting brain signals in autism, potentially.
Ministry of Health Updates Guidelines for Operating the Health System During Emergencies
The Ministry of Health has updated guidelines to ensure essential health services operate with high alert and protection, focusing on continuity of care and.
Anonymous and dedicated hotline for security and rescue forces and their families
The Ministry of Health, with ERAN and SAHAR, launches a dedicated, anonymous 24/7 hotline for security and rescue forces and their families.
Anonymous Phone and Chat Support Line for Security and Emergency Personnel and Their Families
The Ministry of Health, in partnership with ERAN and SAHAR, is offering a new anonymous 24/7 mental health support line for first responders and their families.
Cannabis Compounds Show Promise in Fighting Fatty Liver Disease, Scientists Say
Israeli scientists at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, led by Prof. Joseph Tam, found non-psychoactive cannabis compounds CBD and CBG show promise against fatty.
Guidelines Issued for Working with Radioactive Materials During Current Conflict
The Environmental Radiation Commissioner has issued new guidelines for working with radioactive materials, allowing limited transport and restricting field.
Ministry of Agriculture: Bees in Ein Harod were poisoned by an organophosphate pesticide. The Veterinary Services and the Veterinary Institute at the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development operated in the field, identified the substance, and ordered the destruction of the honey to prevent risk to the public.
The Ministry of Agriculture confirmed bees in Ein Harod were poisoned by a banned organophosphate pesticide, ordering honey destruction due to public health.
Newborn Undergoes Emergency Surgery Amid Air-Raid Alarms
A two-day-old Israeli baby underwent emergency surgery at Netanya’s Laniado Hospital during air-raid alarms for esophageal atresia, performed in a protected.
Israel’s Matricelf Reports Promising Safety Results for Personalized Spinal Cord Implant
Israeli biotech firm Matricelf announces promising safety results for its personalized spinal cord implant, a key milestone for future human trials.
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