Health

US officially exits WHO, citing COVID-19 pandemic management failure

The US has officially left the World Health Organization, citing mismanagement during the COVID-19 pandemic, sparking concerns about global health collaboration and future US involvement.

World Health Organization (WHO) logo and US flag are seen in this illustration taken April 23, 2025.
A boy visiting the dentist

A doctor explains: Why are young people today showing up with problems we once saw at age 50?

Or Biba is the founder and VP of business development at EcoSupp.

EcoSupp listens, learns, and delivers

3d illustration of cancer cells on background of DNA strands.

New study points to genetic ‘Achilles’ Heel’ in cancer cells


TAU discovers breakthough mechanism for treating deadliest type of skin cancer

A major achievement with far-reaching implications for treating deadly skin cancer has been discovered by Tel Aviv University scientists and colleagues.

THE RESEARCH TEAM (from bottom left, counterclockwise): Stav Melamed, Prof. Carmit Levy, Paulee Manich, and Yuval Sade.

Supporting Israel’s soldiers: Alon Center helps reservists rebuild their lives

The Alon Center helps Israeli reservists navigate life after combat by providing support for the soldiers and their families.

Alon center team (from L): Co-directors Adi Zarka Schwartz and Doron Shabti with IDF educator and Home Front support officer Sher Roval, in Tel Aviv.

After Gaza war, wounded IDF reservists face a new fight, rebuilding life and identity

HUMAN AFFAIRS: As the ceasefire holds, thousands of wounded reservists face a new battle, rebuilding careers, bodies, and identity after Gaza. One soldier’s story shows what recovery really takes.

Aaron Bours, 35, during one of his final days of intensive rehabilitation at Sheba Medical Center

Embrace the wins: When life turns upside down, focus on what you can control

'I am grateful, as always, to all of my readers and ask everyone to include my three-year-old grandson Yishai ben Shayna Miriam in your prayers. Together we all can and will make a difference.'

Illustrative photo.

Eleven-month-old baby becomes 13th victim of Israel's measles outbreak

The Health Ministry reiterated that children should receive two MMR doses, at age one and again at age six. In outbreak zones, the second dose has been moved to 18 months.

Cases of the measles rise in Israel.

The Israeli development that aims to bring movement into sitting

A new ergonomic seat promises to encourage movement and blood flow even during prolonged sitting – but it does not replace standing up, walking, or physical activity.

TO GO seat

Trump admin. advises Americans to consume alcohol in moderation in order to be healthier

The change is part of the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the US government's roadmap to healthy drinking and eating practices with has wide-reaching influence.

 A woman suffering from alcohol consumption; illustrative.

A decade-long study: This eye sign can predict dementia years in advance

A new study found that the thickness of the retina in the eye may predict future risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia years before symptoms appear – opening the door to early and simple diagnosis.

Every measurable decrease in retinal thickness increased the risk of Alzheimer’s by about 3%

It can happen even at age 30: Here’s how to know if you are approaching menopause

Many women in their thirties experience symptoms that go unexplained. Two experts explain what early menopause looks like and what you must know and do.

A young woman

Poison Control Center warns: An important warning that could save lives this winter

Twenty people arrived this month at the Poison Control Center at Rambam Hospital after people ate mushrooms that are not edible. An expert warns.

Poisonous mushrooms