Common painkillers are safe during pregnancy, don't raise birth defect risk, Israeli study finds
A large Ben-Gurion University of the Negev study challenges concerns over common painkillers in pregnancy, finding no link to birth defects.
Pregnancy & Birth
The impact of exposure to pesticides on fetal brain development
Health Ministry tightens oversight as demand for sperm donations surges
The unusual demand of Israeli women choosing a sperm donor
Health Ministry orders Assuta reduce activity after IVF scandals
Assuta private hospital's IVF unit in Tel Aviv will be limited and supervised after fetus mix-up that followed another one at its Rishon Lezion hospital
This is the safest age to give birth: New study's surprising findings
Giving birth at a later age may be risky, but younger mothers face their own challenges. What is the ideal age range for a safe delivery?
Israeli researchers find breakthrough in postpartum depression diagnosis, treatment
The researchers developed a comprehensive biological model which explains the different ways in which depression develops around and after birth.
What are the biggest myths on fertility?
"Put your legs up after sex," "don't wear boxers," "don't put your phone in your pocket" and more. Two experts in Israel determine what is true and what is myth on the likelihood of fertility.
Brain surgery performed in-utero saves baby's life after birth
The baby ended up being born in March and she did not need any medications or treatments since she was discharged.
Can a kiss on the lips be fatal for babies?
An expert and mother from Tiny Hearts Education, a company that provides infant care education, explained kisses can cause babies to die thanks to neonatal herpes.
20% of women have natural pregnancy after conceiving a baby with IVF – study
Many of the women who used IVF to conceive their first child, hold the mistaken belief that they cannot fall pregnant without medical intervention.
Eating for two? Here’s what you need to know
Proper nutrition during pregnancy is critical and important for you and the fetus. What's right, what's wrong? Here are some important guidelines.
Doctors discover possible hormone-free endometriosis treatment - study
The antibiotic designed to combat Fusobacterium was found to be an effective reducing agent for endometrial lesions.
Fresh food, legumes, vitamin D can help prevent preeclampsia - study
Researchers at Rambam Health Care Campus and the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa have found some interesting ways to help prevent preeclampsia.