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Dozens of medical personnel reinforcements en route to Israel from Cyprus on a ship

It is believed that among the medical team are several senior doctors, who will reinforce medical teams in Israeli hospitals such as Sheba Medical Center and Rambam Medical Center.

Doctors at the gynecological oncology unit of Petah Tikva’s Rabin Medical Center, Beilinson Branch.
A person takes a photo of a memorial sign showing the image of Shira Banki, an Israeli teenager who was stabbed during the 2015 Jerusalem Pride Parade, during the 21st annual Jerusalem Pride Parade in Jerusalem on June 1, 2023.

Grapevine: Shira Banki's Way

THE RESEARCH team (from left to right): Yair Lahav, Roy Yavetz, and Prof. Yftach Gepner.

Strength training ‘most effective, healthiest weight-loss strategy for adults,' study finds

Young Israelis arrive to the Israeli army recruitment center at Tel Hashomer, outside of Tel Aviv on March 17, 2020.

IDF overhauls pre-draft medical screening checks during military conscription process with AI


Health Ministry unveils NIS 300M plan to fix Israel's child development system

Many parents face wait times of six months to a year for essential diagnostic and therapeutic services in the public system.

TikTalk's solution brings a new technology approach to speech therapy.

What happens after sexual assault? A guide to immediate care in Israel

Acute care units for survivors of sexual assault currently operate in 11 hospitals across Israel, providing comprehensive medical, emotional, and forensic care.

 The Lotus Center - acute care room at Kaplan medical center

Israel’s healthcare workforce lags behind OECD averages despite growth in doctors and nurses

Despite an increase in medical professionals, Israel’s healthcare workforce remains below the OECD average, highlighting ongoing challenges.

Doctor holds a stethoscope in front of a hospital background (illustrative)

'Affairs of the Heart': Memoirs of renowned Israeli cardiologist Mervyn S. Gotsman

I have been privileged to know the Professor for many years, and when he published Affairs of the Heart, I felt that his memories and story needed to be told.

 The Professor, Mervyn S. Gotsman, at home in front of his extensive library.

Brown U. assistant prof. deported, had photos 'sympathetic' to Hezbollah on phone, US says

Rasha Alawieh was removed after arriving at Boston airport on Thursday, with the Department of Justice noting that Hezbollah-related photos were on their device.

 People visit the burial site of former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, on the outskirts of Beirut

Four-fifths of Israelis attributed their mental distress to Israel-Hamas War - poll

The Myers-JDC-Brookdale Institute sampled 2,558 adults between June and December 2024, investigating satisfaction with HMO's and the Israeli healthcare system as a whole.

 A graph comparing waiting times to see a consultant with Israel's various HMOs.

Israeli medical computer system hit by suspected Iranian cyber incident

Soldiers come to the network's clinics to receive treatment and sick leave approval.

 Hacker, cyber attack

Intl. Federation of Medical Students Associations revokes Israel suspension

The IFMSA's General Assembly overturned the decision by a majority of 41 to 20, with 13 abstentions.

Doctor holds a stethoscope in front of a hospital background (illustrative)

Loneliness and burnout: Helping our healthcare heroes - opinion

By acknowledging the hidden struggles of our medical community, we can help ensure that our healthcare heroes receive the care and understanding they so deeply deserve.

 AN AMBULANCE is on the scene near where a rocket fired from Lebanon hit an open area near Kibbutz Ayelet Hashahar, last August. In addition to overwhelming workloads, many professionals are now grappling with feelings of betrayal from international support networks, says the writer.

Tel Aviv health clinic shut down after performing illegal liposuction

A ministry inspection discovered that the clinic was operating without the necessary license. 

 An illustrative image of surgeons conducting surgery.