Sleep’s Ancient Purpose Offers Clues for Fighting Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
Israeli researchers reveal sleep's ancient purpose, dating back to jellyfish, is vital for nerve cell protection. Improving sleep quality may slow Alzheimer's.
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Breakthrough Offers Hope for Treating Breast Cancer That Spreads to the Brain
Israeli scientists from Tel Aviv University made a breakthrough, discovering how breast cancer adapts to the brain, paving the way for new treatments for 10-15%.
Lithuanian Delegation Comes to Israel to Learn About Emergency Medical Responses During Current War
A Lithuanian delegation, including the Deputy Minister of Health, visited Magen David Adom to learn about Israel's emergency medical response during the ongoing.
Israel Refutes Claims of Polluted Water in Gaza – 70,000 Cubic Meters of Water Sent to Gaza Every Day
Israel's COGAT agency denies UNRWA claims about polluted Gaza water, confirming daily provision of 70,000 cubic meters of drinking water.
96 People Harmed in Rocket/Missile Attacks Over Past 24 Hours
Magen David Adom treated 96 people injured or suffering from anxiety from rocket/missile attacks in the past 24 hours.
50 People Exit Gaza on Thursday for Medical Treatments
On Thursday, about 50 patients and their escorts exited Gaza for medical treatment through the Rafah Crossing.
Israeli Girl, 12, Stabilized After Cardiac Arrest During Iranian Barrage
A 12-year-old Israeli girl is in stable condition after cardiac arrest during an Iranian missile barrage, Ziv Medical Center in Safed announced.
149 Israelis Injured in Last Day of Barrages
Israel's Health Ministry reports 149 Israelis hospitalized from Iranian & Hezbollah barrages in the past day, with 14 in critical condition.
Four injured in Sharon medical center fire; police investigate
Four injured in Sharon medical center fire; police investigate blaze with fire investigators and forensic experts.
New Reform Expands Medical Professionals Who Can Test People for Drivers Licenses
Israel's new reform allows private medical bodies and doctors to conduct driver's license fitness tests, significantly reducing wait times.
Wartime Stress Pushes Israeli Educators Toward Anxiety and Burnout, Study Finds
A new Ben-Gurion University study led by Dr. Moti Benita reveals Israeli educators are experiencing significant anxiety and burnout due to wartime stress.
Israel Reports Over 5,000 Injured Since Start of War
Over 5,000 Israelis have been injured since the war began on February 28, with 204 evacuated to hospitals in the last 24 hours.
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