Watermelons, cantaloupes, and other melons are among the most popular fruits among Israelis, but these vine-like plants are at risk from bacterial fruit blotch (BFB). A new study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) provides critical insights into the severe disease that affects these crops. The research focuses on the role of the effector […]
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Just as their owners are increasingly obese, many dogs are as well, and their health is endangered. A new study in the Journal of the American Society for Microbiology says that probiotics (bio yogurts) and related foods can promote weight loss in obese canines. Researchers in the agricultural biotechnology department at the College of Agriculture […]
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While Israel’s Poison Information Center in Haifa reported recently about a dramatic increase in unintentional poisoning of children and pets from medical cannabis, a new study of dog owners in Denmark has found that 38% of dog owners surveyed in Denmark admitted to intentionally giving their pets cannabinoids – particularly cannabidiol or CBD. They claimed […]
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Diagnoses in young children of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have increased worldwide over the last decade – and at first, reported rates in Israel were lower than those reported in the US and Western Europe. However, a new collaborative study by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) in Beersheba, Clalit Healthcare Services, ALUT (Israel Association […]
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Millions of Israelis and many people around the world were moved to tears when 17-year-old Mia Leimberg and her Shi Tzu dog Bella who spent nearly two months in captivity in Gaza after being kidnapped by Hamas terrorists returned home together during the hostages-prisoners swap in early December. Mia and her family told reporters that […]
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The IDF’s mental health system has had to quickly adapt to a new reality following October 7. Their ability to learn on the job and adjust their approach based on field insights and needs allowed them to provide relevant tools and high-quality treatment to military personnel. Lt.-Col. Dr. Lucian Tatsa-Laur, the chief psychiatrist of the […]
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As we seek flavorful accompaniments to our meals, carbs such as rice, pasta, quinoa, and couscous often come to mind. In order to make informed choices, it is important to understand their nutritional values and potential drawbacks. Dr. Maya Roseman sheds light on which additions are the healthiest and which ones should be avoided. Carbohydrates […]
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Nice Guy, also known as the “designer drug,” is a popular and dangerous drug in Israel. Researchers at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa have discovered a new method to diagnose victims of its potentially lethal poisoning through CT imaging, allowing for quick identification and life-saving treatment. The research findings have been published in the medical […]
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Alzheimer’s disease, an incurable condition afflicting approximately 40 million people globally, poses severe challenges to healthcare professionals. As a progressive brain disorder, it leads to memory, cognitive, and behavioral impairments that worsen over time. To tackle this disease, researchers worldwide have been conducting numerous studies to identify its causes and potential treatments. A recent groundbreaking […]
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Did you know that peppers are technically fruits and not vegetables? Regardless, they are known for their abundance of vitamins and antioxidants. But are there any notable health differences between red, green, or orange peppers? Red peppers have the highest concentration of vitamins and antioxidants, due to their longer ripening process allowing them to accumulate […]
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