Blood
Israeli patients' blood samples allegedly taken without consent for research, hospital says
Kaplan Medical Center filed a police complaint over suspicions that blood samples were taken from patients without their consent as part of research in the hospital’s cardiology department.
'Heroic actions': Magen David Adom mourns first responders who served, were murdered on Oct. 7
Nature's antibiotic or bleeding hazard: What garlic lovers must know
Blood test found to detect lung cancer with nearly 93% accuracy for average cost of $60 - study
Undead, unknown: Scientists discover identity of 19th century vampire
In 1990, the body of an unknown man was dug up in Griswold, Connecticut, and it was clear to those who discovered him that something about him was unusual. Now, scientists have found the answer.
'Golden blood' - only 43 people in the world have this rare blood type
If you have type AB blood and you are used to hearing how rare it is, you will be surprised to hear that there is one type even rarer. So what are we talking about?
How to make tattoos hurt less: Scientists make painless tattoos - study
While tattoos are wanted, and sometimes needed, the agonizing pain included in the deliverance deters people from getting them.
Blood types: What are blood types and what do they mean? - explainer
Your blood type is determined by several factors and is important in helping you get a blood transfusion if necessary. Here is everything you need to know.
Fast-acting white blood cells can protect from strokes - study
The new University of Pittsburgh study offers a potential therapy for protection against stroke – at least in mice.
Iron buildup in brain can raise risk of movement disorders - study
Iron overload, usually caused by the genetic condition hereditary hemochromatosis, can cause a wide number of health issues, but this study sheds light on its impact on the brain.
Cats injured in wildfires at risk of deadly blood clots
Researchers discovered that cats with injuries from wildfires had more overactive platelets than healthy cats or even those with heart disease.
Blood thickness can predict risk of COVID death - study
Researchers found that COVID-19 patients with a high blood viscosity had a 60% higher chance of dying than patients with a low blood viscosity.
Think you have schizophrenia? A simple blood test can answer
A breakthrough in the field of brain research by Jerusalem researchers and doctors could change the way we study and predict psychiatric diseases.
What is sickle cell anemia? - explainer
Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder in red blood cells that can present itself in a variety of ways.
