Disease
Water rationing, garbage pile-up raise disease fears in Yemen's besieged Taiz
Fighting between the Saudi-backed government and the Houthis since September has cut key supply routes, worsening shortages of water, food, and fuel in and around the city.
Kenya confirms eighth Ebola case as regional outbreak spreads
Bangladesh dengue fever surge strains hospitals as case numbers pass 42,000
How a BGU researcher is manipulating crustaceans to protect the environment – and fight disease
Cruise ship norovirus outbreaks hit 12 by mid-May, nearly matching all of 2024’s total cases
The CDC records an outbreak when at least three percent of passengers and crew show symptoms, its vessel sanitation program reports.
Five daily habits that may be silently damaging your liver
Excessive alcohol consumption, poor diet, smoking, overuse of medications, and lack of exercise can silently damage the liver.
Scientists discover 22 new viruses in Chinese bats
The newly discovered viruses are closely related to deadly viruses that can cause severe brain inflammation and respiratory disease in humans, with mortality rates reaching up to 75%.
The danger of alcohol is greater than we thought - opinion
Alcohol consumption can have many long-term health consequences, yet there are no meaningful warnings about it.
Intense 'Razor Blade' throat pain reported with new COVID-19 variant
WHO says 'Nimbus' unlikely to cause more severe disease compared to other variants.
New study shows cannabis use doubles risk of death from heart disease
Research underscores the severity of cardiovascular risks associated with cannabis consumption.
Scientists develop painless nanoneedle patch to replace traditional biopsies
This technology could mean earlier diagnosis and more regular monitoring, transforming how diseases are tracked and treated.
After October 7, 2023: Israel’s smoking rates rise, worsening COPD risks
Smoking rates are growing among young Israelis, said Fridlender, an internationally renowned researcher of neutrophil white blood cells of the immune system, especially their role in lung cancer.
Early exposure to pet dogs linked to reduced risk of eczema in genetically predisposed children
Laboratory experiments confirmed that interaction with dogs can change the expression of the interleukin-7 receptor gene in the skin, suppressing skin inflammation.
Marijuana use among US seniors increases by nearly 46% since 2021
Experts warn that increased cannabis use may complicate chronic disease management in older adults.
