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RSSFeeds https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/exercise/article-896214 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/711499' alt='High cortisol levels are associated with a tendency to accumulate belly fat (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' title='High cortisol levels are associated with a tendency to accumulate belly fat (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' /><br />New research suggests visceral fat reduction may protect the brain and slow cognitive decline in midlife.<br /> INGIMAGE Sat, 16 May 2026 08:22:35 GMT Sat, 16 May 2026 08:22:35 GMT 896214 N False BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH False health,ben-gurion university,Beersheba,Reichman University 140 1093 Belly fat may accelerate brain aging, major Israeli MRI study finds https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/parenting/article-896216 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4672,w_7008/702519' alt='An illustration of a mother feeding a baby a bottle of formula. (photo credit: AYO Production/Shutterstock)' title='An illustration of a mother feeding a baby a bottle of formula. (photo credit: AYO Production/Shutterstock)' /><br />New research shows maternal antibodies may shape a baby’s oral immune system before and after birth, offering long-term protection against gum disease.<br /> AYO Production/Shutterstock Sat, 16 May 2026 08:20:19 GMT Sat, 16 May 2026 08:20:19 GMT 896216 N False BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH False Hebrew University of Jerusalem,health,science,Medical study 140 1095 Study: Mothers can protect babies from gum disease before birth https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/mind-and-spirit/article-895561 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_667,w_1000/720106' alt='Talk more (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Talk more (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />A new study found a decline of nearly 30% in the number of words people say each day – And the implications for mental health could be significant.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 14 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT Thu, 14 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT 895561 N False BY WALLA! HEALTH False health,Mental Health,Anxiety,dementia 140 1091 People are talking to each other much less – and it has a dangerous effect https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/mind-and-spirit/article-895560 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_933,w_1400/720104' alt='The ability to maintain a positive attitude and manage anger, may affect overall health and life expectanc (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='The ability to maintain a positive attitude and manage anger, may affect overall health and life expectanc (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Studies point to a connection between a positive emotional state and a longer life expectancy, highlighting the importance of managing stress and anger for both physical and mental health.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 14 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT Thu, 14 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT 895560 N False BY DORON KUPERSTEIN False health,emotional stress,Mental Health,stress 140 1091 Scientists discovered: A simple daily habit increases life expectancy by 15% https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895559 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_667,w_1000/720102' alt='Not all supplements enjoy clear scientific support (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Not all supplements enjoy clear scientific support (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Despite the enormous popularity of dietary supplements, many of them still spark controversy among experts due to the lack of conclusive evidence regarding their effectiveness.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 14 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT Thu, 14 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT 895559 N False BY DORON KUPERSTEIN False health,food supplements,Supplements,Nutrition 140 1092 Experts warn: These 7 popular dietary supplements are not effective https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/health-and-wellness-around-the-world/article-896176 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_505,w_700/720981' alt='"The risk increases with age because the immune system weakens, but young people can also fall ill, especially in states of immunosuppression, whether as a result of diseases or medications" (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='"The risk increases with age because the immune system weakens, but young people can also fall ill, especially in states of immunosuppression, whether as a result of diseases or medications" (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />If until a few years ago we tended to think that shingles was a disease of the elderly, cases like those of Adi Himmelbloy and Bar Zomer clarify that everyone is at risk, at any age.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT 896176 N False BY DORON KUPERSTEIN False health,Vaccinations,disease,vaccine 140 1212 Shingles: No longer just a disease of the elderly https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895429 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_282,w_500/719933' alt='Flavored water (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Flavored water (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Don’t let marketing mislead you: Flavored water is not water, it is sweetened juice in disguise.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT 895429 N False BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN False health,water,sugar,Nutrition 140 1092 Flavored water and the secrets no one tells https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895426 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/719924' alt='Black pepper (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' title='Black pepper (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' /><br />Black pepper is not only an excellent seasoning choice, but also a health powerhouse that can improve health markers and prevent diseases.<br /> INGIMAGE Thu, 14 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT Thu, 14 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT 895426 N False BY MAARIV ONLINE False healthy eating,health,Nutrition 140 1092 5 foods that are upgraded with black pepper – and become healthier https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/exercise/article-895420 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_570,w_929/719910' alt='Regular pull-up and close-grip pull-up (photo credit: Yair Glazer; photographed at the Space Ono Valley gym)' title='Regular pull-up and close-grip pull-up (photo credit: Yair Glazer; photographed at the Space Ono Valley gym)' /><br />Back muscles are essential for posture, movement and injury prevention. A combination of varied pulling exercises will help strengthen them and improve daily function and training performance.<br /> Yair Glazer; photographed at the Space Ono Valley gym Wed, 13 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT Wed, 13 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT 895420 N False BY DORON KUPERSTEIN False health,exercise,Gym,physical activity 140 1093 The 5 most effective exercises for strengthening back muscles https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/health-and-wellness-around-the-world/article-895417 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_662,w_1000/719907' alt='Nosebleed (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Nosebleed (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />It happens mainly to children in the summer, but also to adults, and although it is not a dangerous phenomenon there are several things you must not do. A family doctor explains.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Wed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT Wed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT 895417 N False BY TILI FISHER YOSEF False health,first aid,blood 140 1212 Nosebleed: The big mistake you're making that can lead to choking https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895415 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_334,w_500/719902' alt='Apple cider vinegar (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Apple cider vinegar (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Why vinegar does not "burn" fat, how its effect on satiety misled users, and the real risks of tooth erosion and esophageal damage to know before adopting the trend of drinking it in the morning.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 895415 N False BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN False health,diet,Nutrition 140 1092 Apple cider vinegar for weight loss - and the explanation you must hear https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895410 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_334,w_500/719898' alt='Cocoa powder (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Cocoa powder (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Scientists once thought flavanols helped the brain via absorption, but a new study suggests their astringent taste may directly activate the brain like exercise.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Wed, 13 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Wed, 13 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT 895410 N False BY WALLA! HEALTH False health,research,Nutrition,dopamine 140 1092 The foods that stimulate the brain and release dopamine https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/sleep/article-895377 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_933,w_1400/719826' alt='The bad news: Sleeping longer than eight hours increases the risk of dementia (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='The bad news: Sleeping longer than eight hours increases the risk of dementia (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Scientists analyzed dozens of studies in which millions of people participated and discovered how many hours of sleep per night reduce the risk of dementia.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT 895377 N False BY DORON KUPERSTEIN False health,sleep,dementia 140 1094 About 50% of dementia cases are preventable https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/mind-and-spirit/article-895976 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_5760,w_8640/720680' alt='Magen David Adom staff members work at the emergency dispatch center in Ramla, central Israel, March 6, 2026. (photo credit: FLASH90)' title='Magen David Adom staff members work at the emergency dispatch center in Ramla, central Israel, March 6, 2026. (photo credit: FLASH90)' /><br />Under the new system, mental health-related calls will be transferred to a specially trained mental health dispatcher for evaluation, instead of being handled by standard medical teams.<br /> FLASH90 Wed, 13 May 2026 03:32:24 GMT Wed, 13 May 2026 03:32:24 GMT 895976 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False Israel,Magen David Adom,MDA,Mental Health,PTSD,Anxiety 140 1091 MDA announces dedicated mental health emergency response unit https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895375 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_334,w_500/719821' alt='Some foods lose important nutritional values during cooking (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Some foods lose important nutritional values during cooking (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Dietitians explain why some foods lose important nutritional values during cooking and how eating them in their natural state can contribute to health and save time in the kitchen.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Tue, 12 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT 895375 N False BY DORON KUPERSTEIN False healthy eating,cooking,health,Nutrition 140 1092 Cooking ruins them: 5 health foods that are really better eaten fresh https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895373 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_872,w_1400/719819' alt='Watermelon seeds are rich in minerals (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Watermelon seeds are rich in minerals (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Influencers on social media never stop inventing new “superfoods” and the current trend this time is cheese made from watermelon seeds.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Tue, 12 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT 895373 N False BY WALLA! HEALTH False health,Nutrition,Fruit 140 1092 This is the healthiest ingredient in your watermelon https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/mind-and-spirit/article-895901 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_873,w_1206/720593' alt='Noam Bettan (photo credit: Corrine Cumming, EBU)' title='Noam Bettan (photo credit: Corrine Cumming, EBU)' /><br />Just before going on stage in front of hundreds of millions of viewers, a clinical psychologist explains why pressure is not always the enemy, and how endless rehearsals help deal with fear.<br /> Corrine Cumming, EBU Tue, 12 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT 895901 N False BY WALLA! HEALTH False health,emotional stress,Mental Health,Eurovision,stress 140 1091 The psychologist who explains how to win the Eurovision https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/parenting/article-895371 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_334,w_500/719818' alt='For many parents, the issue of vaccinations has become one of the most complex decisions (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='For many parents, the issue of vaccinations has become one of the most complex decisions (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />A decline in vaccination uptake alongside the return of dangerous diseases highlights the need for a deeper understanding of the scientific data and the real risks facing children and parents.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Tue, 12 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT 895371 N False BY HELI NAVE False health,Vaccinations,vaccine,Parenting 140 1095 Is it better to get sick and develop natural immunity or to get vaccinated? https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/health-and-wellness-around-the-world/article-895899 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/720587' alt='The viruses hitting Israel now (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' title='The viruses hitting Israel now (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' /><br />Israel is dealing with extreme weather, alongside a rise in viral morbidity during the spring and summer: Influenza viruses have disappeared, but other viruses are attacking kids and adults.<br /> INGIMAGE Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT 895899 N False BY DR. ITAY GAL False health,disease,Virus 140 1212 The flu is gone, but the danger is not: The viruses hitting Israel now https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-895898 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_720,w_1280/720586' alt='Amos Shavit, CEO of the Friends of Kaplan Medical Center (photo credit: Gilad Shaabani)' title='Amos Shavit, CEO of the Friends of Kaplan Medical Center (photo credit: Gilad Shaabani)' /><br />Public healthcare in Israel owes a profound debt of gratitude to generous individuals in Israel and abroad who contribute generously<br /> Gilad Shaabani Tue, 12 May 2026 12:29:27 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 12:29:27 GMT 895898 N False BY AMOS SHAVIT AND IN COLLABORATION WITH KAPLAN MEDICAL CENTER True israel gdp,NGO,Healthcare System,Kaplan Medical Center,health services 140 The health budget paradox https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/health-and-wellness-around-the-world/article-895370 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_710,w_1084/719814' alt='Spring is a great time to find a relationship and love (photo credit: gettyimages)' title='Spring is a great time to find a relationship and love (photo credit: gettyimages)' /><br />Seeing relationships as luck is paralyzing and removes responsibility from us. People who create real change understand that relationships are an emotional skill that can be learned and practiced.<br /> gettyimages Tue, 12 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT 895370 N False BY GILI WEINTRAUB/WALLA! False love,relationships,Tips 140 1212 10 rules that will bring a romantic relationship into your life https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895353 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/719794' alt='White and red cabbages (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='White and red cabbages (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Both white cabbage and red cabbage are healthy for the body and an excellent addition to any meal. It is recommended to combine both of them in a smart way.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT 895353 N False BY MAARIV ONLINE False health,Nutrition,Vegetables 140 1092 White cabbage or red cabbage - which is healthier for the body? https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895348 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_927,w_1400/719780' alt='Almonds. Just a few a day are enough (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Almonds. Just a few a day are enough (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />The whole truth and all the myths about one of the healthiest snacks there is. And also – How many almonds should you eat every day?<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Mon, 11 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT Mon, 11 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT 895348 N False BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN False healthy eating,health,Nutrition 140 1092 Protein or fat? Dr. Maya Rosman reveals the values of the most Israeli snack https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/nutrition/article-895649 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/720218' alt='Pasta and rice (photo credit: AI)' title='Pasta and rice (photo credit: AI)' /><br />Rice or pasta? A caloric and glycemic comparison, the benefits of "al dente," and the complete guide to choosing healthy pasta (from whole wheat to legumes) ahead of Shavuot.<br /> AI Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT 895649 N False BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN False Shavuot,health,pasta,Nutrition,rice 140 1092 Shavuot 2026: The truth about pasta and rice revealed https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-895494 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_3588,w_5244/486135' alt=' Illustrative photo shows various medicine pills in their original packaging (photo credit: REUTERS/YVES HERMAN)' title=' Illustrative photo shows various medicine pills in their original packaging (photo credit: REUTERS/YVES HERMAN)' /><br />Sometimes doctors aren’t aware of what others have prescribed or have not reassessed the patient’s condition to determine if he or she still needs to take them.<br /> REUTERS/YVES HERMAN Sat, 09 May 2026 07:42:37 GMT Sat, 09 May 2026 07:42:37 GMT 895494 N False BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH False Haifa,medicine,doctor,science,Pharmaceuticals,scientific study,pills,Medical study 140 Taking too many medications may harm older adults, study warns https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-895548 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_2259,w_3388/720086' alt='A test tube labelled "Hantavirus positive" label and World Health Organization logo are seen in this illustration taken May 7, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION)' title='A test tube labelled "Hantavirus positive" label and World Health Organization logo are seen in this illustration taken May 7, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION)' /><br />Health experts warn that both the CDC and the WHO may face disadvantages from a lack of cooperation between the two organizations. <br /> REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION Fri, 08 May 2026 04:24:44 GMT Fri, 08 May 2026 04:24:44 GMT 895548 N False BY ARIELLA ROITMAN False health,Donald Trump,world health organization,US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,CDC,WHO,Hantavirus 140 Withdrawal from WHO could impact US response to hantavirus https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-895478 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_934,w_1400/708447' alt='It is possible to completely get rid of the virus (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='It is possible to completely get rid of the virus (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />However, unlike the outbreak of the South American Andes strain currently drawing attention aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship, the Israeli was infected with a European strain of the virus.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 07 May 2026 15:53:06 GMT Thu, 07 May 2026 22:14:01 GMT 895478 N False BY DR. ITAY GAL False health,Europe,Health Ministry,world health organization,Virus,WHO 140 First hantavirus case diagnosed in Israel after trip to Eastern Europe https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-895441 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_898,w_1600/719942' alt='“Four doctors from one family create a seamless, 360-degree approach to dentistry and facial aesthetics, combining experience, innovation, and coordinated care under one roof.” (photo credit: The Rosenzweig Family Clinic)' title='“Four doctors from one family create a seamless, 360-degree approach to dentistry and facial aesthetics, combining experience, innovation, and coordinated care under one roof.” (photo credit: The Rosenzweig Family Clinic)' /><br /><br /> The Rosenzweig Family Clinic Thu, 07 May 2026 15:07:38 GMT Wed, 13 May 2026 17:56:33 GMT 895441 N False BY REVITAL MERSIK True family,service,teeth ,aesthetics 140 The DNA of excellence: Rosenzweig family clinic redefining smiles and aesthetics https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/health-and-wellness-around-the-world/article-895408 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_933,w_1400/719894' alt='A mosquito (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='A mosquito (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Summer is almost here, and so are the annoying mosquitoes. Before stocking up on sprays and repellents, try this simple solution that many people underestimate, yet is surprisingly effective.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 07 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT Thu, 07 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT 895408 N False BY DORON KUPERSTEIN False health,Tips,Mosquitoes 140 1212 This is the simplest mosquito solution most of us don’t know about https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-895355 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_683,w_1024/719792' alt='THE CHATGPT application displayed on a smartphone screen. (photo credit: Imen Ben Youssef / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images)' title='THE CHATGPT application displayed on a smartphone screen. (photo credit: Imen Ben Youssef / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images)' /><br />AI has been used to promote medical misinformation, spread fraud, and erode confidence in public health services, including through deepfake videos impersonating medical professionals.<br /> Imen Ben Youssef / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images Wed, 06 May 2026 22:32:29 GMT Wed, 06 May 2026 22:32:29 GMT 895355 N False BY TZVI JASPER False health,Mental Health,Artificial intelligence,ChatGPT,AI,Misinformation,chatbot,Gemini 140 As AI brings risk of medical misinformation, AMA demands further legislation