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At 78, is Israel really an independent state? - opinion

BY GIL HOFFMAN — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:48:34 GMT

This Passover was different from others because we spent too much of it in bomb shelters, pondering whether during such confinement we were truly free.

How post-war world order is collapsing under the weight of new US ambitions - opinion

BY SUSAN HATTIS ROLEF — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:39:51 GMT

The post-WWII world order is crumbling as the US, Russia, and China challenge global rules and institutions.

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick indicted on charges of misusing disaster funds

BY REUTERS — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:36:46 GMT

Cherfilus-McCormick was indicted on Wednesday on charges that she, her brother and others conspired to misappropriate a $5 million overpayment of COVID-19 relief fund.

Nueva variante de COVID se propaga rápidamente en EE.UU. y Europa

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 13:45:00 GMT

La Organización Mundial de la Salud evaluó que el riesgo global de esta variante es bajo, pero los datos indican un fuerte aumento de casos en los últimos meses.

New COVID variant 'Stratus' rapidly spreads across US and Europe, WHO asseses as low risk

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 01:57:41 GMT

The World Health Organization assessed that the global risk from this variant is low, but data indicates a sharp rise in cases in recent months. However, in Israel, the infection rate remains lower.

Israeli researchers develop world's first mRNA-based vaccine against bacterium

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:10:20 GMT

The team from Tel Aviv University developed a vaccine to combat the bacterium that causes the black plague, using the same system as with the COVID-19 vaccines.

Trump's attorney general drops fraud case tied to COVID vaccinations

BY REUTERS — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 22:21:31 GMT

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who for decades has sown doubt about the safety of vaccines contrary to evidence and research by scientists.

Nueva variante de COVID-19 se propaga a nivel mundial, casos confirmados en Rusia y EE.UU.

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:54:43 GMT

Expertos advierten que la nueva variante, llamada NB.1.8.1, podría ser más transmisible debido a mutaciones que mejoran la evasión inmune.

Trump's White House launches COVID website that criticizes WHO, Fauci and Biden

BY REUTERS — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 22:08:39 GMT

The website was also critical of steps like social distancing, mask mandates and lockdowns.

Trump zieht Faucis Personenschutz ab, wünscht ihm „nichts als Frieden“

BY RAQUEL GUERTZENSTEIN FROHLICH — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 09:29:20 GMT

„Ich denke, wenn man für die Regierung arbeitet, wird irgendwann der Personenschutz eingestellt, man kann ihn nicht ewig haben, also denke ich, dass das ganz normal ist“, sagte Trump.

Trump pulls Fauci’s security, wishes him ‘nothing but peace’

BY RAQUEL GUERTZENSTEIN FROHLICH — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:16:23 GMT

“I think when you work for government, at some point your security detail comes off, and you can’t have it forever, so I think it’s very standard," Trump said.

Jewish Voice for Peace to pay over $600,000 to settle COVID-19 loan fraud allegation

BY MICHAEL STARR — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:02:18 GMT

JVP will be paying twice the amount it received for a $338,817 second-draw loan under the Paycheck Protection Act Program.

Israeli breakthrough: Freeze-dried COVID vaccine needs no refrigeration

BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:04:17 GMT

TAU’s groundbreaking project has received competitive research grants from the Israel Innovation Authority and Merck under the Nofar program.

Israel kicks off new COVID vaccine campaign targeting JN1 variant: What you need to know

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:48:17 GMT

The Ministry of Health has approved Moderna's updated COVID vaccines, which target the new JN1 variant of the virus.

New XEC coronavirus variant spreading worldwide: What you need to know

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 13:28:15 GMT

The coronaviruses have continued to create new strains, the latest being XEC, which can evade the immune system. Here’s everything you need to know.

The invisible casualties of war: Israel’s young generation at risk - opinion

BY DANA NAOR — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 05:41:40 GMT

Israel’s youth are in crisis. Immediate action and investment are needed for their future.

Coping with PTCD – post-traumatic COVID disorder - opinion

BY BRIAN BLUM — Sat, 24 Aug 2024 20:58:55 GMT

While over 90% of people experience a major traumatic event at some point during their lifetime, most walk away unscathed. Others, however, carry emotional scars for decades.

Jefe de derechos de la ONU advierte sobre el aumento de la extrema derecha en Europa

BY REUTERS — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 09:15:52 GMT

Turk culpó del aumento de la política populista y extremista a la pandemia de COVID-19 y sus consecuencias, incluidos los crecientes costos de vida, que han "marginado a una parte de la población".

High before the low: Cannabis increases risk of severe COVID-19 - study

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 19:37:44 GMT

Patients who had admitted to using cannabis in the year prior to contracting COVID were 80% more likely to be hospitalized and 27% more likely to be admitted to the ICU.

Mascarillas no redujeron riesgo de infección de COVID tras la primera ola de Ómicron

BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH — Wed, 22 May 2024 07:47:38 GMT

"Nuestra investigación muestra que hubo cambios en algunos factores de riesgo alrededor del tiempo en que la variante Ómicron BA.2 se volvió dominante", dijo el Prof. Paul Hunter.

New study reveals no correlation between COVID-19 and ADHD? - study

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Wed, 08 May 2024 21:41:58 GMT

The study, which took data from millions of children, finds no correlation between ADHD and COVID-19.

Del COVID-19 a la guerra entre Israel y Hamás: Pésaj en tiempos difíciles - comentario

BY HERB KEINON — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:49:16 GMT

Del COVID-19 a la guerra entre Israel y Hamás: Pésaj en tiempos difíciles - comentario

From COVID-19 to Israel-Hamas War: Passover in trying times - comment

BY HERB KEINON — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 09:13:13 GMT

There is the ideal Seder in your mind and then there is the real Seder in your house with impatience, rolling eyes, spilled wine, siblings quibbling, and – yes – a lack of the children’s interest.

Have you already forgotten COVID-19? It may still be affecting your memory and cognition

BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:07:17 GMT

COVID-19 may be regarded as a disease of the past, but it’s still causing health problems.

Winter illnesses: How to stay healthy this flu and COVID season

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:10:08 GMT

This winter, Israelis face overcrowded hospitals, long ER waits, and high flu rates in Israel. Here are some tips on illness prevention and home care.

Vegans are less likely to catch COVID - study

BY WALLA! — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 15:39:02 GMT

Plant-based and vegan diets, rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients, are believed to strengthen the immune system and aid in fighting viral infections, potentially reducing the risk of COVID-19.

Amidst reduced vaccinations, Israel sees a surge in flu and COVID cases

BY DR. ITAI GAL — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:07:45 GMT

Hospitals are now treating hundreds of infants and elderly with severe pneumonia.

Hundreds of Israelis contract new COVID sub-variant JN.1

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 01 Jan 2024 12:06:02 GMT

The Health Ministry confirmed the report, adding that Israel has seen a small rise in morbidity rates...around 200 cases of the sub-variant were recorded in Israel."

New COVID-19 sub-variant is highly contagious, CDC warns

BY WALLA! — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 23:32:07 GMT

Winter has come again, and again a combination of the flu with respiratory diseases and a new strain of coronavirus threatens our health.

How effective is the flu vaccine in preventing the disease?

BY WALLA! — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 20:11:26 GMT

Studies conducted in the UK, where children are routinely vaccinated against the virus, have shown a 94% drop in children's clinic visits, with positive effects on adult health.