Medical study
Blood test found to detect lung cancer with nearly 93% accuracy for average cost of $60 - study
The test involves using a dedicated chip and fluorescence analysis, in which fragments of cell-free DNA in the blood are examined for distinct methylation patterns.
Definium's LSD-based drug lowers anxiety in second successful late-stage study
Brain drain: Israel’s medical exodus grows as nearly 1,400 doctors leave inside three years
New study reveals: How do you maintain weight loss even after stopping a diet?
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.
Study finds plant-based and animal-based proteins equally effective for muscle building
The results support that, under conditions of adequate intake, the source of protein and its daily distribution do not significantly affect muscle growth.
What happens to your body when you eat bananas daily? A dietitian explains
Dr. Jones: "Bananas are a good source of potassium, but eating a banana alone is not enough for daily potassium intake."
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.
Linked obesity and ADHD in children: Innovative approaches to prevention and treatment - opinion
Recent studies on the link between ADHD and obesity risk shed light on contributing factors and innovative treatments.
Israeli company presents revolutionary study on dog's cancer-sniffing capabilities
The part of the canine brain dedicated to smell is 40 times larger than in people - allowing them to detect tiny chemical changes in breath samples, such as those caused by developing tumors.
Israeli breakthrough identifies key defective gene in common heart disease
This discovery is predicted to transform genetic screening and treatment protocols for patients worldwide.
Soroka-University Medical Center saves bones and lives with new special department
The new study examined patients aged 65 and over who had undergone hip fracture surgery and were subsequently treated in the geriatrics department.
Japanese researchers restore movement in paralyzed patients using iPS stem cells
An elderly patient who was previously completely paralyzed can now stand and begin rehabilitation.
Study finds waist circumference a stronger cancer risk indicator than BMI in men
An 11 cm increase in men's waist circumference raises obesity-related cancer risk by 25%.
