Medical

'I don’t care about optics': Inside United Hatzalah’s Jerusalem daycare disaster response

United Hatzalah responders treated children, managed a possible toxic threat, and supported parents during a crisis at a Jerusalem daycare.

Israel Police take a woman in for questioning.
An Israeli police officer holds a bag containing food items that are suspected to have poisoned dozens of toddlers in Jerusalem. January 19, 2026.

Two babies dead, dozens more children injured after suspected overheating at Jerusalem daycare

Red blood cells (illustrative)

When case studies matter: Reversing dangerous cholesterol without medication - opinion

IDF helmet developed to get neuro feedback relating to PTSD.

IDF launches medical revolution with AI-PTSD treatment, whole blood drone delivery


Humans less likely to accept euthanasia decisions by AI, study finds

The study found that people are generally less accepting of euthanasia decisions made by AI or robots compared to those made by human doctors.

 An illustrative image of a medic using Artificial Intelligence.

Surgeon instructs teenage patient to perform 'heil Hitler salute,' recording reveals

Surgeon Kuldeep Stohr is being investigated for potential failures in 800 medical cases.

 New study links surgeon stress levels to improved patient outcomes.

Israel to shorten medical internship in move to prevent doctor shortage

This long-anticipated change follows years of debate and delay, with the Health Ministry consulting with hospital directors, medical school deans, experts, and interns on the matter.

 An illustrative image of a nurse writing a prescription.

'Important to set realistic expectations': Israel sees decline in plastic surgery, injections

"Setting realistic expectations is a cornerstone of every aesthetic procedure," said Dr. Meir Cohen, chairman of the Israeli Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

 Cosmetic surgery procedure (illustrative).

Government to promote plan for integrating haredim into medical studies

The goal is to develop a dedicated framework for training haredi doctors, with recommendations to be submitted to the health minister within 90 days.

 A haredi (ultra-Orthodox) man reads a newspaper.

Falun Gong deserves truth, not propaganda - opinion

The truth is that many Falun Gong practitioners report improved health, increased energy, mental clarity, and stress relief as a result of the practice.

 Falun Gong Exhibition against Organ Harvesting

Creating the future for Israeli medicine and healthcare

TAU President Prof. Ariel Porat and dean of the Gray Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences Prof. Karen Avraham explain the importance of the historic $125 million donation gifted by Jon and Mindy Gray

 TEL AVIV UNIVERSITY President Prof. Ariel Porat, and dean of the Gray Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences Prof. Karen Avraham.

Blackstone president Jonathan Gray donates $125 million to Tel Aviv University

This donation, the largest in the history of the university, will fund the development of new facilities and scholarships for the School of Health and Medical Sciences.

 Jonathan Gray and his wife Mindy have made the largest donation in Tel Aviv University's history.

IDF to receive twenty 'Tigerbulance' armored ambulances for advanced medical care

These vehicles, equipped with the latest medical technology, are designed to evacuate injured soldiers even under fire.

 The IDF is set to receive 20 advanced "Tigerbulance" armored ambulances.

Recognizing Taiwan's considerable contributions to global health and potential at the WHO - opinion

We urge WHO and all relevant parties to recognize Taiwan’s considerable contributions to global public health and the human right to health.

Dr. Chiu Tai-yuan.