Health & Wellness

Air conditioner flu? Why we get sick in July – and whether the A/C is really to blame

It's mid-July, and people are suffering from colds, fatigue, and even fever. What’s the real reason for all this, and how can we avoid getting sick in the summer?

 A woman feeling sick

Missile fire and sleepless nights: How Israelis are battling fatigue after the war with Iran

 People take shelter in an underground parking lot in Tel Aviv, during ongoing missile attacks from Iran, June 24, 2025.

New study reveals psychological impact of twin separation during Hamas-Israel War

 A toy lies in front of a house in Nir Oz ahead of the first demolition of a building since the October 7 massacre, to make way for the rebuilding and renewal of the kibbutz, in December

New obesity definition highlights higher mortality risk for US adults

Childhood obesity is a rising epidemic.

Study finds: No safe amount for consumption of processed meat

University of Washington researchers who reviewed more than seventy studies wrote that 'there is not a safe amount of processed meat consumption' for type 2 diabetes or colorectal cancer.

 Study finds: No safe amount for consumption of processed meat.

Poor housing conditions linked to national health issues, Hebrew U. study reveals

The study links effects on both mental and physical health with the financial strain that housing represents for the majority of Israelis and its nationwide implications.

 The public housing in Be'er Sheva.

Cold works too: 2 cups of this drink reduce the risk of stroke

A new study has found that drinking 2 cups of tea a day reduces the risk of heart disease by more than 20%. But there’s one small and important caveat.

 A woman drinking cold tea

Shocking study: ChatGPT may shrink your brain activity and trigger memory loss

New MIT study reveals: Using AI for writing leads to a 55% decrease in brain activity and severe memory difficulties in 83% of participants.

 Participants who used AI showed the lowest level of brain engagement

Study finds 1 in 6 older adults take aspirin for heart disease prevention despite new guidelines

Almost one-quarter started taking the medication without a physician's recommendation.

 Study finds 1 in 6 older adults take aspirin for heart disease prevention despite new guidelines.

Israel to integrate mental health centers into general hospitals

The initiative aims to enhance the hospitalization experience for patients, whether they require mental health care or general medical treatment.

 An illustrative image of a hospital bed.

Crazy: This is the food that causes nightmares if you eat it before bed

If you frequently suffer from bad dreams, you should check what you're eating before bed.

 A man having a nightmare

New Jerusalem research reveals why acute and chronic pain are so different

In acute pain, IA increases – acting like a natural sedative for the pain pathways – but in chronic pain, this current doesn’t cause them to rise, and the neurons become hyperactive.

A HEBREW UNIVERSITY team discovered that when one experiences acute pain, the brain has a built-in way to dial down pain signals – like pressing the brakes – to keep them from going into overdrive.

New research shows creatine's benefits extend beyond muscle building to cognitive health

Studies have shown that creatine reduces damage to brain cells and plays a role in neurogenesis.

 New research shows creatine's benefits extend beyond muscle building to cognitive health.

Rich in protein and antioxidants: Dr. Maya Rosman reveals the ultimate snack

We think of peanuts as nuts, but the truth is they’re legumes. So what makes them so healthy, and why should we still watch out for the calories?

 Peanuts