Wars profoundly impact our society. Beyond the loss of life, injuries, and destruction, wars also take a toll on our mental well-being. Post-war, many people experience feelings of uncertainty and danger, leading to heightened levels of stress and anxiety. These feelings can impact both our mental and physical health as well as our ability […]
Continue ReadingAlthough summer is long gone, Israelis are still facing a surge in mosquitoes and their relentless bites. There are a number of reasons for this, including the ongoing war with Hamas in the South. It is important to note that many nature areas in the South have recently turned into important military positions. These […]
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Millions of people in the UK who take drugs for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are facing difficulties getting their prescriptions filled due to shortages. These shortages are currently affecting four of the five types of medicine licensed in the UK to treat ADHD. Certain products and dosages may be more affected than others. This […]
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The finding comes in the latest WHO Global Tuberculosis Report which reveals that 7.5 million people were diagnosed with TB in 2022 – the highest figure ever since the UN agency began global monitoring in 1995. TB is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs. It is caused by a type of bacteria and […]
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Scientists have long known that exercise can help reduce depression and anxiety, but a recent extensive meta-analysis of 97 studies has shed light on just how much it can actually help. The analysis included thousands of participants diagnosed with depression and anxiety, comparing them to a control group without these conditions. The findings showed that […]
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Few people had probably heard of frontotemporal dementia until earlier this year, when the family of actor Bruce Willis announced the 68-year-old had been diagnosed with the condition. Frontotemporal dementia is a rare disease – thought to account for only one in every 20 cases of dementia. Symptoms usually develop in a person’s late 50s, […]
Continue ReadingSome women who had recently given birth at the Sheba Medical Center were mistakenly vaccinated against rabies. Earlier this year, pregnant women were mistakenly vaccinated with the rabies vaccine instead of the routine “anti-D” immunization at the Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem. Hadassah, however, stressed that the rabies vaccine poses no risk to […]
Continue ReadingAmid discussions of post-war strategies and rebuilding Gaza, we must also address a looming crisis – the impact of psychological and emotional distress on our coping mechanisms. The allure of addictive substances and behaviors as an escape from our painful reality is stronger than ever. Alcohol, drugs, prescription medications, and other vices may temporarily […]
Continue ReadingChanging your toothbrush every few months is a good start, but it’s not sufficient. Even if your toothbrush isn’t that old, it can accumulate mold and bacteria, warns Dr. Ellie Phillips, a dentist in Austin, Texas. “People are often aware of the health risks associated with mold and take measures to combat it in […]
Continue ReadingThe ongoing war with Hamas has prompted many doctors from around the world, particularly from the United States, to leave everything behind and come to Israel to volunteer in its hospitals. Among these selfless medical professionals are former Israelis currently working in US hospitals. So far, five doctors specializing in intensive care and anesthesia […]
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