Health

Teva Israel, Health Ministry issue recall for Nutrilon Phase 1, Nutrilon AR baby formula

The announcement follows a previous recall of 800-gram packages of Nutrilon Phase 1 due to concerns about the presence of the toxin cereulide.

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Israel's Health Ministry.

Israel braces for high air pollution as dust from North Africa impacts air quality

Dr. Sivan Mercer MD

Dr. Sivan Mercer reveals: From salmon DNA to biostimulators: The hottest trends in aesthetics

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Israeli study: Here’s how nearsightedness in children can be slowed


More than half of Israelis take dietary supplements and vitamins, new survey reveals

The two most commonly used supplements are vitamins D, C, and B, and minerals magnesium, iron, and zinc, while 31% of respondents use probiotics, and 25% take omega-3 fatty acids.

The best time to take these supplements is in the morning with food

Israeli Holocaust survivors foregoing medical treatment due to inaccessibility of care, study finds

Increased waiting times, long travel distances, and a lack of nearby physicians are contributing to the lack of medical treatment received by Holocaust survivors in Israel.

Holocaust survivor Moshe David Meir poses for a picture at his home in Jerusalem on January 27, 2025, Meir survived the Birkenau concentration camp during the Holocaust.

How Israel used forensic dental findings to identify last Gaza hostage Ran Gvili - explainer

The method relies on a unique dental structure, past imaging, and existing dental records. It enables an initial determination within a short time, even under harsh conditions.

Israeli police officers pay their respects outside of the Abu Kabir Forensic Institute, as the body of last Israeli hostage arrives in Tel Aviv on January 26, 2026.

5 signs that your weight gain is linked to a thyroid problem

Gradual weight gain, fatigue, and hair loss may indicate hypothyroidism — a common condition that is easy to diagnose and can be balanced with appropriate treatment.

The weight gain is not always dramatic or rapid. Sometimes it involves a few kilograms that accumulate slowly but hardly respond to diet or physical activity

How the morning coffee affects mood and hunger later in the day

Coffee with oat milk is perceived as healthy, but in the morning on an empty stomach it may cause sugar spikes, fatigue, and cravings – here’s how to drink it correctly.

When consumed on its own, especially in the morning, oat milk may disrupt blood sugar balance

The seasoning you all know that will make the body absorb more vitamins from food

Studies show that adding suitable fat and certain spices, such as olive oil and black pepper, can significantly improve the absorption of vitamins and minerals from the food we eat.

A “dry” vegetable salad is nutritionally less effective than a salad with oil

Beauty beyond the mirror, the trends shaping 2026

L’Oréal Israel’s chief digital & marketing officer Gali Lev explains how science, AI, and new values are reshaping the beauty industry ahead of 2026.

Gali Lev at the Ofer Nissim event.

Medical students who spend a year with seniors rethink aging, Jerusalem study finds

Ageism is prejudice directed toward someone based on their age, particularly older people, and it persists among clinicians and medical students, undermining empathy and care quality.

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How not to care online: Survival guide for staying human

Your nervous system is under siege, and the people creating that content are counting on exactly this reaction.

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US officially exits WHO, citing COVID-19 pandemic management failure

The US has officially left the World Health Organization, citing mismanagement during the COVID-19 pandemic, sparking concerns about global health collaboration and future US involvement.

World Health Organization (WHO) logo and US flag are seen in this illustration taken April 23, 2025.