Cancer
Head of IDF Ground Forces Planning Department, Col. Netanel Lasri, dies at age 40
Lasri, an armored corps officer, had previously served as commander of the 9th Battalion in the 401st Brigade and in the Golan and Hermon Brigade.
How cancer treatment gave me curly hair and a new perspective - opinion
The test that could save millions of women from chemotherapy and is available in Israel
“Say thank you that you are alive, madam”: When cancer ends, life is shattered
Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, granddaughter of JFK, dies following leukemia diagnosis
Her passing was announced in a social media post by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Breakthrough Tel Aviv University study uncovers how skin cancer outsmarts immune system
The study shows that melanoma cells release tiny bubble-like structures called extracellular vesicles, or EVs, which can paralyze the immune cells that normally attack tumors.
Scientists discover: This is how physical activity “starves” cancer tumors
Numerous studies have found the benefits of physical activity for every organ and part of the body. A new study suggests that the fitness you do does not allow cancer to grow.
Bone marrow bank founded by families of fallen soldiers saves first lives of cancer patients
The bone marrow bank opened by the families of fallen soldiers, Captain Daniel Peretz, Major Aryeh Ziering, and Sergeant. Major (Res.) David Schwartz saved their first lives.
Israeli scientist makes ‘Nature’ journal’s top ten list of shapers of science in 2025
‘Peptide detective’ Weizmann immunologist Prof. Yifat Merbl was recognized for a new hidden immune mechanism.
More than 1,500 runners join 'For The Heroines' run in support of women with breast cancer
All proceeds from the event will be transferred to the “Beit Shulamit” oncology system at Emek Medical Center, to fund complementary treatments and support for patients.
How does CAR-T cancer treatment work? - explainer
A rigorous medical journey ends in a breakthrough, in the form of CAR-T therapy, achieving a rare, hard-won cancer-free result.
New remote program helps cancer patients overcome memory, focus hurdles
The program, known as CRAFT-G (Cognitive Retraining and Functional Treatment – Group version), was developed by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Experimental Regeneron therapy delivers full responses in aggressive blood cancer
B-cell counts were cleared completely after the first dose of the therapy, the company said in a presentation at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting.
Why Collaboration, Not Competition, Will Cure Rare Cancers
International Neuroblastoma Awareness Day is marked each year on December 5 in more than 50 countries and the day’s theme, “Together We Can,” is more than a slogan
