Israeli health care

The Israeli health care system is a universal and compulsory health service for Israeli citizens and residents. 


Israelis sign up to health care providers, such as Clalit or Maccabi, which provide a variety of medical services for a nominal fee. 


Israel also allows for private health care concurrent to socialized medicine.

The Israel health care system proved instrumental in combatting the 2019 coronavirus pandemic.

Health equity report exposes gaps in healthcare between central Israel and the periphery

The district with the highest life expectancy in Israel is Judea and Samaria, followed by the Central district. Meanwhile, the northern and southern districts continue to show the lowest figures.

 Israeli soldiers and medical staff at the underground hospital at the Rambam Hospital in Haifa, on September 22, 2024.
 At the new learning space initiated by SASA-Setton at the Dana Children's Hospital.

A lesson in optimism: SASA-Setton transforms hospital stays for children in Israel

 AN AMBULANCE is on the scene near where a rocket fired from Lebanon hit an open area near Kibbutz Ayelet Hashahar, last August. In addition to overwhelming workloads, many professionals are now grappling with feelings of betrayal from international support networks, says the writer.

Loneliness and burnout: Helping our healthcare heroes - opinion

 Weight loss shots, illustration

Clalit joins Meuhedet, Maccabi in subsidizing weight loss shot Wegovy


WHO warns: Measles outbreak spreading alarmingly  

In 2023, 10.3 million measles cases were reported globally, marking a 20% increase from the previous year. The WHO attributes this rise to insufficient vaccination coverage, leading to outbreaks.

Highly contagious disease. Child with measles.

Israeli baby diagnosed with meningitis, Health Ministry confirms

According to the epidemiological investigation, the infant had not been vaccinated against the bacterium as part of the routine vaccination schedule.

 A baby seen at a family health center ("Tipat chalav") on March 5, 2019.

Israel implements automated doctors note, revolutionizing sick days

Insured Israelis will soon be able to obtain a digitalized doctor's certificate without visiting a doctor, significantly reducing doctors' loads.

Illustrative: Digitalized doctors certificates will take a burden off doctors and patients.

Israel halts fruit, vegetable imports from Jordan in fresh cholera scare

There is no indication that fruit and vegetables that have been imported from Jordan are infected with cholera.

The farms host a range of horticultural projects including vegetable and medicinal gardens, fruit and nut orchards, and ecological landscaping.

Surge in postpartum depression among Jewish women in war-torn Israel - opinion

A new study shows a significant rise in postpartum depression among Jewish women in Israel due to ongoing conflict, especially affecting secular women.

 Depressed woman (Illustrative).

Israel’s healthcare crisis: The severe doctor shortage and the path to reform - opinion

Discover the root causes of Israel's severe doctor shortage and explore potential solutions for a more effective healthcare system.

 AMBULANCES ARE parked at the Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital emergency room.

Israel offers substantial grants to attract immigrant doctors to Gaza border region

"This program is a game-changer for the rehabilitation of the area," said Aliyah and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer. "We're not just improving healthcare; we're rebuilding communities."

 Galila Yohannes and her doctor at Tel Aviv Sarousky Medical Center.

The healthcare industry’s future is Hybrid medicine. This is why

Dr. Tal Patalon of Maccabi Healthcare Services spoke about Israel’s need to invest in the integration of new healthcare technologies at The Jerusalem Post Annual Conference in New York.

 DR. TAL PATALON, leading figure in advancement of global medical research: ‘The mental and physical toll.’

Health Ministry to grant interest-free loans for students to study medicine abroad

Health Minister: "The healthcare system is facing a shortage of medical personnel, and we are investing numerous resources and efforts to cope with the gaps and shortages in professional staff."

Doctors at BGU’s Medical School, Assuta Ashdod (Illustrative).

Virility Medical introduces tech solution to premature ejaculation

Virility Medical, an Israeli startup, is introducing in2 - a medical device developed for the treatment of premature ejaculation, the most common male sexual health concern.

 Are there health benefits to abstaining from sex and masturbation? (Illustrative)

One-third of Israeli women experience sexual abuse by healthcare providers, study finds

A new Health Ministry study exposes alarming rates of sexual abuse in the Israeli healthcare system, low incident report rates, and a lack of awareness of who to report to.

 The program is part of a national effort to alleviate the Israeli doctor shortage. (Illustrative).