Health & Science

Safer drip irrigation technique developed to protect crops

The project will combine leading soil research, digital prediction tools and state-of-the art drip technology.

Bamba is about to make a major breakthrough into the U.S. marketplace

Starting next year, American children will be getting what will likely become their favorite peanut butter snack food from Israel.

Meet the Israeli company optimistic about beating ALS

NeuroSense is planning to commence clinical trials later this year in the United States and Israel.

Measles found in Negev elementary schools and Ashdod

The MMR vaccine is 97% effective in preventing infection with the measles virus when the recommended two doses are received on time, according to the Health Ministry.

The lasting stigma of being HIV-positive

"In three years, I’ll have lived longer with it than without it. If they find a cure while I’m still alive, I think I’ll be in for an identity crisis." Today Kanevsky gives lectures to teens.

Advanced procedures bring hope to couples with genetic diseases

UNDERGOING IVF procedures can be emotionally challenging for couples. The process can often see quick shifts between hope and elation and despair and guilt.

Single mothers by choice: A non-fairy tale

Israeli women who find the husband market dwindling as they reach 35 are increasingly turning to sperm banks for that ‘other half’

A Star is born

“I have known I am genderqueer for almost two years,” Star told me. “I remember discovering the term ‘genderqueer’ and thinking, ‘Hey! That’s me.’”

Israeli researchers ask 'Can celiac cause eating disoders'

Eating disorders can “lead to a failure to meet nutritional and metabolic needs, which cause severe impairment to psychosocial functioning,” he said.

'Cancer cause of fewer deaths today in Israel than in past'

The rate of people with cancer in Israel is on the decline, according to Israel’s Cancer Association.

Cannabis relieves symptoms in children with autism - new study shows

A good quality of life, which was reported by 31.3 percent of patients prior to treatment initiation with cannabis oil medication, more than doubled to 66.8 percent at six months.

Israeli scientists say Gulf of Aqaba corals can survive climate change

Israeli researchers were able to recreate water conditions at a hi-tech aquarium facility in Eilat, imitating oceanic conditions.

A cure for cancer? Despite one company’s claims, many experts uncertain

“We must be aware that this is far from proven as an effective treatment for people with cancer, let alone a cure,” Dr. J. Leonard Lichtenfeld.

PM hails energy 'revolution’ as Leviathan edges closer to completion

“The completion of the Leviathan offshore platform and the flow of gas from this field later this year is a critical element in the strategic power of Israel," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.

Algae-based medical adhesive start-up Sealantis acquired for $25m.

Sealantis develops medical device products for a variety of applications in surgical adhesion, mimicking the mechanism of adhesion of algae to rocks in water.

Israeli cardiac device aims to help heart failure patients

American hospitals alone admit approximately 1.2 million heart failure patients every year.

Lessons from a long life

Becoming a golden-ager tends to happen when we’re not looking.

Who’s your daddy?

Whenever considering withholding information, the most important consideration is “why?” Is it to benefit the one keeping the secret, or is it truly for the benefit of the one being kept in the dark?

Emotional boundaries and your mental health

"I compiled some of the recommended strategies found in the psychology literature that help people like Rivka make healthier boundaries"

Go-fund-me medicine

In order to raise enough funds to cover her cancer treatments, she initiated a project called Uniting for Ayelet, which appears on the Mimoona website, through which she sells her artwork.

Israeli scientists abroad: We want to come home

At a workshop in Tel Aviv, the country’s brightest face a hard choice. Can they bring home the skills they have acquired?

Globular clusters found in the Milky Way

These three new clusters are noteworthy due to their age and deficiencies in metal-like substances.

Pet owners treating sick dogs with CBD oil

There are dozens of cannabinoids, but CBD is one of the most abundant and well-studied cannabinoids. According to scientific research, CBD can have a great number of benefits for humans and dogs.

A cure for cancer? Israeli scientists may have found one

“Our results are consistent and repeatable.”

New United Hatzalah Midwives Unit delivers emergency birth

“It was a very moving experience to be able to be there for this woman in the critical moments," said United Hatzalah Midwives Unit volunteer Ruthie Printz.