disease

Israeli man hospitalized after being infected by rare brain-eating amoeba

A 25-year-old in Israel contracts deadly brain inflammation from Naegleria fowleri amoeba at Gai Beach, prompting urgent health inspections and hospitalization in critical condition.

By AVICHAY CHAIM
05/07/2024
An illustration of a radiologist analyzing a head CT scan

FDA approves 'donanemab' treatment for Alzheimer's disease

The drug contains an antibody that aims to slow the progression of the incurable Alzheimer’s disease. It operates by eliminating the buildup of amyloid protein plaque in the brain.

Evidence of smallpox in 16th century Peru uncovered in Incan children's skeletal remains

The defects found on the bones of the two children highlight a devastating impact of European colonization.

First West Nile virus, now Dengue fever plagues Israel in second mosquito-borne outbreak

An expert explained to Maariv that a mosquito subspecies that can transmit the disease is already present in Israel, and climate change will bring the spread of fever closer

At least 100 Israelis infected with West Nile virus, most patients concentrated in central Israel

For the most part, the virus is considered a mild disease, but in some cases, it causes severe morbidity and even death.

We must change the prejudices of mainstream medicine against lifestyle intervention

Lifestyle medicine prevents and reverses many chronic conditions and even auto-immune ones.

By ALAN FREISHTAT
26/06/2024

West Nile virus in Israel: Third Israeli dies, concerns over mortality rises

Israel's Health Ministry: At least 42 people have West Nile Virus, 36 hospitalized, five intubated.

 A micrograph of the West Nile Virus

West Nile virus in Israel: 32 cases identified, 27 hospitalized

West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne virus that primarily infects birds but can also infect humans, horses, and other animals.

West Nile Fever strikes again: Five northern Tel Aviv residents hospitalized

Three of them are in serious condition and are hospitalized in intensive care.

 Christina Applegate speaking at the 2014 San Diego Comic Con International

Christina Applegate discusses multiple sclerosis: Everything you need to know about the disease

In 2021, Applegate first revealed her struggle with the disease and has since used her platforms to raise awareness and encourage others facing similar challenges.

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