Heart failure

This is the city that will subsidize the installation of defibrillators in residential buildings

After similar moves in Rishon Lezion, Rehovot, Herzliya, Ra'anana, and additional authorities, Givatayim is also subsidizing defibrillators for residential buildings.

Eligible building committees in Givatayim will actually pay only NIS 800 for a package that includes a resuscitation device, cabinet, installation, signage, and instruction
The decision to act immediately can be the difference between life and death. The problem is that many still view the defibrillator as a complex medical device intended for professionals only.

The surprising reason why people do not use defibrillators in an emergency

 Illustrative photo shows various medicine pills in their original packaging

Does a common heart attack pill help everyone? Studies disagree

 Water faucet, illustration

New Israeli study links poor hydration to increase heart failure risk


Medical experts warn hostages’ condition in Gaza captivity raise grave health concerns

The severe starvation images and reports from returning hostages about the horrific conditions of Hamas captivity have experts worried about heart muscle damage that could lead to cardiac arrest.

 Woman walks past a poster calling for the release of the hostages held by Hamas, in Tel Aviv, December 5, 2024

Sitting, lying down for too long may increase heart related issues - study

The study examined associations between sedentary behavior, or sitting for long periods, and the risk of specific heart problems.

 Businesswoman sitting on her desk in an office (illustrative).

Saudi hospital performs first fully robotic heart transplant in groundbreaking 2.5 hour operation

The innovation is hoped to shift heart transplant surgery away from traditional chest-opening procedures, which have long recovery periods lasting weeks or months.

Dr. Feras Khaliel, head of Cardiac Surgery and Director of the Robotics and Minimally Invasive Surgery Program at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, September 12, 2024.

Pulse check: Beating heart disease

Dr. Donna Zfat-Zwas, a cardiologist and the director of the Linda Joy Pollin Cardiovascular Wellness Center for Women at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem, delves into women's heart health.

Pulse check: Beating heart disease

Unveiling hidden heart conditions: A must-know guide

Dr. Eyal Ben Asa provided valuable insights into global heart disease on International Heart Day last week, spanning topics from heart mechanics to pericarditis risks


Encounters with radiant light: CPR survivors share their experiences

A study found 40% of cardiac arrest survivors had vivid experiences while unconscious, some recognizing their own death.


Woman suffers heart attack while driving, saved by Magen David Adom

Nurit Moses suffered from cardiac arrest while driving, but her life was saved thanks to Magen David Adom's quick emergency response.

 Nurit Moses with the MDA responders who saved her life.

Concerned about heart disease? Check your saliva - study

An increased white blood cell count could be an early warning sign of heart conditions to come.

 Monitor your symptoms carefully if you're at risk of a heart attack

These warning signs mean you could be at risk of a heart attack

A heart attack is more than just chest pain: Learn to identify the subtle clues of an impending heart attack.

Learn to identify the signs that you may be about to have a heart attack

Weekend sports enthusiast? Your heart may be healthier than most

Limited weekday time for exercise? Don't worry, you're still improving your heart health significantly.

 Exercise can significantly improve your heart health, even if you only do it on the weekend