There is a high probability that many children who receive medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) actually suffer from breathing disorders during their sleep, according to researchers at the Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine at Tel Aviv University (TAU). Due to the incorrect diagnosis, the real problem is left untreated, and the unnecessary treatment may […]
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In a new study initiated by the Women’s International Zionist Organization (WIZO) in cooperation with Dr. Anat Ben-Porat of Bar-Ilan University’s School of Social Work, 25 women who had left an abusive relationship were studied to examine the effects of the war on the lives of the participants. This study was performed in light of […]
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Australian researchers have found a way to predict an older person’s risks for fractures in the future – ask them to walk one kilometer. If they can do so without difficulty, their bone health is probably satisfactory. Researchers at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have just published their study in the journal JAMA Network […]
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Although colorful liquid detergent packets harm the environment and have caused poisoning in children and pets, people around the world, including in Israel, continue to use them. A new study conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of the Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Central Ohio Poison […]
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The days since October 7 have been a living nightmare for all Israelis, but does it also affect our dreams when we sleep? Dr. Udi Bonstein, chief psychologist at the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya, who has conducted a study on our dreams during the current Gaza war, has found that there has been a […]
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Debbie Admoni, diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) at the age of 19, has defied the limitations of her illness by getting married, publishing a cookbook, and establishing a support association for teenagers. However, as her paralysis progressed, communication became increasingly challenging. Utilizing eye muscle movement, Debbie managed to type her thoughts slowly with the […]
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As we all know, it is recommended to brush our teeth at least twice a day – once in the morning and once in the evening. However, it’s worth considering the optimal timing for brushing. In the morning, it is advisable to brush your teeth after breakfast. This helps to remove bacteria and plaque that […]
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In recent years, the global rise in sexually transmitted infections has become a cause for concern, and Israel is no exception. Among these infections, syphilis has emerged as a particularly worrying issue. According to 2023 data from the Israeli Health Ministry, there has been a sharp rise in the incidence of this disease, which can […]
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Anxiety is a common response to stress, but for those dealing with anxiety disorders, it can significantly impact daily life. Now, a groundbreaking rat study has unveiled a significant link between anxiety disorders and a brain receptor known as Tachykinin receptor 3 (TACR3), as well as testosterone. Prof. Shira Knafo, head of the molecular cognitive […]
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Israel has been regarded as having one of the highest fertility rates in the higher-income Western world, and this is true. However, the rate has been declining in the past decade. This is despite the fact that until the end of September 2023, the death rate was at a record low, and the immigration rate […]
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