Medication
Taking Acamol or Nurofen without thinking? This is the mistake that could put you at risk
Acamol and ibuprofen are considered safe when used correctly, but incorrect dosage can turn an everyday treatment into a real medical risk.
Millions of people make this mistake with painkillers – and it's dangerous
The fruit that could disrupt medication activity
Within just 5 years: ADHD drug consumption in Israel has doubled
Over-the-counter sedatives: What you’ll find at the pharmacy without seeing a doctor
The intensified fighting is creating psychological stress. Recommendations for relaxation and what can help at the pharmacy without a prescription.
New study warns excessive cinnamon intake may reduce effectiveness of prescription drugs
Researchers found that cinnamaldehyde, cinnamon's main compound, may accelerate drug metabolism, reducing medicines' effectiveness.
Hebrew University’s innovation in antibiotic eyedrops offers new hope for dogs and humans
A new eyedrop innovation for dogs offers better treatment for bacterial eye infections and could aid human medicine.
Cleaning the house for Passover? You can save lives
Ahead of Passover, "the Israeli cleaning holiday," the organization Haverim Le'refuah is calling on the public to donate unused medications to help save others.
Health Ministry announces plan to simplify, speed up medicine approval process
The new framework aims to shorten the time on register new medications in Israel, making drugs more readily available to the public - without compromising safety or quality.
Purim Shpiel: Espresso launches new coffee pod flavor for Israelis laced with SSRIs: Depresso
Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!
What does Jewish law say about administering pain medications toward end of life?
Even if pain medications would incur a risk of hastening death, Jewish law permits – and even mandates – administering the therapies necessary to address the pain.
Study of 2 million patients maps benefits and risks of new weight-loss drugs
GLP-1 medications associated with lower risks of Alzheimer's and heart disease, but higher risks of pancreatitis and kidney problems.
Friends for Health: combating rising costs and saving lives with medication donations
With soaring living costs, Friends for Health is stepping up to provide vital medications to those in need.
Pain and discomfort: The challenges that accompany prostate surgeries
Prostate removal surgery, whether due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or other reasons is a common medical procedure.
