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New study examines debate over brain-dead pregnant women kept on ventilator

The case that occurred in 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia, has just been described in “The halachic heartbeat at the edge of life: navigating maternal brain death and fetal life.”

|ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH
Prof. John Loike (R), Prof Alan Kadish (M), and Rabbi Tzvi Flaum (L)
Biotech Breakthrough Lets Doctors Track Immunity in Minutes

Understanding lifespan: Genes may unlock path to healthier aging, scientists say - study

Research by Weizmann scientists finds genetics may explain 50% of human lifespan, over twice previous estimates, opening doors to therapies targeting aging itself.

|ByTPS
IDF helmet developed to get neuro feedback relating to PTSD.

Noninvasive magnetic brain stimulation offers new hope for PTSD patients

A Tel Aviv University study suggests noninvasive brain stimulation may reduce intrusive memories in people with PTSD.

|ByTPS
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Oldest trace of Syphilis-linked DNA from 5,500-year-old bone shows disease came from Americas

Ancient DNA from a 5,500-year-old skeleton in Colombia reveals the oldest genome of "Treponema pallidum" yet, sharpening evidence that treponemal diseases predate European contact.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

New nanotechnology enables non-invasive breath test for early detection of lung cancer

Chinese scientists from Zhejiang University used ultra-sensitive nanosensors to detect chemical changes in exhaled air.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Lung cancer (illustration).

New study finds omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may reduce cancer risk

Researchers found that higher blood levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are linked to a reduced risk of colon, stomach, lung, and other gastrointestinal cancers.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Fatty foods.