Health

The revolution that is changing vitiligo treatment

The scientific progress of recent years is changing the way we diagnose, treat and understand vitiligo.

The scientific progress of recent years is changing the way we diagnose, treat and understand vitiligo
A close-up view of a large pile of green jalapeño peppers

What do we know about the multistate salmonella outbreak in the US? - explainer

New study reveals: How do you maintain weight loss even after stopping a diet?

New study reveals: How do you maintain weight loss even after stopping a diet?

The Shimon Peres Medical Center in the Negev

Public hospital in the Negev to enter planning and oversight phase


Dietitian explains: There is a reason you crave more carbohydrates right now

The heavy heat, humidity, and time spent outdoors drain our energy reserves and can affect our dietary preferences. This is how you will nutritionally survive the summer.

It is a good idea to link drinking water to a habit that is embedded in your daily schedule, such as every time you sit down at the computer

New study reveals: The solution to microplastics is hidden in fermented cabbage

In recent years, public awareness of the dangers inherent in exposure to microplastics has been growing – and a new study shows that the solution could come from the trendy and tasty Korean dish.

Kimchi

Just seeing the sandwich – and the digestive system already starts to work

Stomach aches, heartburn, rumbling, and a feeling of heaviness are not always coincidental. This is how the digestive system starts working even before the first bite.

A sandwich

Plant from Chinese medicine found effective in growing hair in bald people

A new scientific review has found that a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine may help protect hair follicles, improve blood circulation, and stimulate growth mechanisms.

The researchers note that the plant may also help prevent the premature death of follicle cells, a process that damages the normal life cycle of the hair

Climate change is stripping nutrients from food, global study with Israeli expert warns

"This is not a distant threat to health," Prof. Asaph Aharoni told the Post, saying up to two-thirds of the world's population already lacks essential micronutrients.

ASAPH AHARONI

'Ecology of healing': Israel's October 7 trauma victims say the system is failing them

DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: Experts say Israel’s war-trauma system must evolve from disability ratings to rehabilitation. Will the next Knesset prioritize reform?

Bereaved families, friends, and soldiers stand still as a two-minute siren sounds across Israel, marking Memorial Day which commemorates the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror at the site of the Nova music festival massacre, in Re'im forest, near the Israel-Gaza border, April 21.

Tel Aviv resident diagnosed with West Nile fever, first case in summer 2026, Health Ministry says

The Health Ministry confirmed Israel’s first West Nile fever case of 2026, while officials said the location where the Tel Aviv resident was infected remains unconfirmed.

Macro close up of a yellow fever mosquito sucking blood on skin.

What happened to the brains of people who ate an avocado every day for half a year?

Avocados are considered one of the healthiest foods, but when researchers examined whether eating them daily improves brain function, the results managed to surprise even them.

Avocado toast

Dr. Maya Rosman recommends this summer fruit

They are beautiful and delicious, but also healthy. This is what cherries can do for your health.

Cherry tree

Illegal tahini imported from abroad may contain Salmonella, Health Ministry warns

Evidence of Salmonella was found in two Algimal Tahini products during a Health Ministry investigation: a 1-kilogram container produced in March and a 500-gram container produced in April.

 Salmonella bacteria, a common cause of foodborne disease, invade an immune cell.