Medical
New Zealand approves medical use of psilocybin for depression treatment
'This is huge for people with depression who've tried everything else and are still suffering,' says Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour.
Intense 'Razor Blade' throat pain reported with new COVID-19 variant
Spanish Medicines Agency halts 'Nectar of Love' sales over hidden Viagra ingredient
Saliva-savvy smart floss is a stress-tracker
Orlando Bloom undergoes £10,000 microplastic-removal blood treatment amid expert skepticism
Edzard Ernst: 'I am not aware of reliable evidence that demonstrates that the procedure has any of the declared effects on human health.'
United Hatzalah's new mobile clinic set to transform emergency care in southern Israel
In times of national emergencies, such as terrorist attacks, fires, or natural disasters, the clinic can be quickly deployed to provide extensive medical support.
Health Ministry: License of doctor accused of sexual offenses to be revoked for 6 months
Dr. Aryeh Levin has been accused of the rape and sexual assault of patients, including two minors - females aged 12 and 15.
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.
Surgeon instructs teenage patient to perform 'heil Hitler salute,' recording reveals
Surgeon Kuldeep Stohr is being investigated for potential failures in 800 medical cases.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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
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.
