Growing numbers of people all over the world, including Israel, consult with “Dr. Google” when they have a medical problem instead of going to their own personal physician – or at least before they make an appointment for a consultation. Many patients meet their doctor only after they do research on the Internet. But […]
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As the crisp autumn air sets in and leaves turn to shades of red and gold, many of us eagerly anticipate the seasonal delights that come with the autumn and winter months. But, for some, these seasons also bring an unwelcome guest: hay fever. Hay fever is often associated with spring and summer. But climate […]
Continue ReadingAs a result of overuse, antibiotics for humans and animals around the world are becoming ineffective in treating common infections in infants and children due to high rates of resistance to the drugs. Researchers at Australia’s University of Sydney found that many antibiotics recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) were ineffective in treating […]
Continue ReadingWhat constitutes an ideal average body temperature? Is it 36.6 degrees Celsius or maybe 37 degrees Celsius? Recent research has shown that our body temperature is profoundly influenced by various factors and varies from person to person. Contrary to the common belief in a fixed ideal body temperature, this study suggests it is highly […]
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Visceral leishmaniasis – a parasitic disease spread by sandflies – has been wiped out in Bangladesh, along with rubella in the Democratic Republic of Korea (more commonly known as North Korea) said WHO in a statement. Bangladesh has become the first country to be validated for the elimination of visceral leishmaniasis (also known as kala […]
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Infections from a parasite which can cause long-lasting, severe diarrhoea has seen an “unprecedented and ongoing” surge across the UK. This increase in infections has been ongoing since mid-August. Almost 500 cases of cryptosporidiosis in a week were reported at the end of September alone – five times more than the expected number for that […]
Continue ReadingResearchers have discovered an alarming truth – some people are addicted to snacks in the same way that others are addicted to nicotine, cocaine, or heroin. A recent analysis of 281 studies conducted across 36 countries has revealed that 14% of adults are addicted to sweets and snacks. This addiction is not merely a […]
Continue ReadingMany Israelis struggle with high blood pressure, and amid the current war with Hamas known as Operation Swords of Iron, factors such as lack of sleep, stress, and poor dietary choices can further contribute to any problems. The following recommendations are vital for lowering your blood pressure without medication or excessive salt restriction. Follow […]
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AstraZeneca in partnership with the University of Oxford developed one of the first vaccines against COVID. The vaccine, which used an adenovirus to smuggle instructions into human cells to make antibodies against the novel coronavirus, saved countless lives. But a problem soon emerged. A tiny proportion – about one in 50,000 – of those vaccinated […]
Continue ReadingWhile we routinely clean and cover our bedding, sheets, and pillowcases, the mattress often goes overlooked. Since we don’t have direct contact with it, there’s a common misconception that it remains clean. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In a previous article, we warned you about the hidden horrors lurking in your […]
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