New Study Points to Genetic ‘Achilles’ Heel’ in Cancer Cells
An Israeli study identifies a genetic 'Achilles' Heel' in cancer cells, where rapid growth damages DNA. This groundbreaking research from Hebrew University.
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From Surviving to Thriving: New Research Guides Mental Health Care for Childhood Cancer
New Israeli research by Bar-Ilan and Sheba reveals childhood cancer survivors and their parents face persistent psychological distress, emphasizing critical.
New Guidelines for IVF Treatments During Conflict
Israel's Ministry of Health has updated IVF treatment guidelines, enabling expanded services during conflict while ensuring patient and staff safety.
UPDATE: Nine Now Reported Wounded and Taken to Hospitals After Haifa Rocket Strike
Nine casualties, including an 82-year-old man in serious condition, were injured and hospitalized after a rocket strike hit Haifa on April 5, 2026.
MOH: 6,833 Evacuated to Hospitals Since Operation Roaring Lion Began
6,833 casualties evacuated to hospitals since Operation Roaring Lion began, with 138 still hospitalized as of April 5.
High Pollution Alert in Israel as North African Dust Sweeps In
Israel's Health Ministry issued a high pollution alert due to North African dust, advising vulnerable populations to limit outdoor activity.
148 Israelis Injured In Last Day of Barrages
148 Israelis were injured in the last 24 hours due to Iranian and Hezbollah barrages, with two in life-threatening condition.
6,286 People Wounded in Missile Attacks Since Start of Iran War
Israel's Ministry of Health reports 6,286 wounded from missile attacks since February 28, with 100 currently hospitalized.
33 People Wounded in Missile Strikes Over Last 24 Hours
Magen David Adom treated 33 people injured in missile strikes in the last 24 hours, with 31 sustaining physical wounds and two experiencing anxiety.
6,239 People Wounded in Missile/Rocket Attacks Since Start of War
Israel's Ministry of Health reports 6,239 casualties from Iranian/Hezbollah attacks since the war's Feb. 28 start.
Attempts to Market 150,000 in Uninspected Eggs Thwarted
Jerusalem authorities thwarted the marketing of over 150,000 uninspected eggs, including 64,000 with fake Passover seals, to protect public health.
110 People Wounded in Missile/Rocket Attacks Still Hospitalized
As of March 30, 2026, 110 people wounded in Iranian and Hezbollah attacks are still hospitalized in Israel, with one in critical condition.
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