Lifting the heavy package caused severe eye damage
Nava (pseudonym), 57, manager of a logistics center in the central region, during her work lifted several heavy packages that included clothing, footwear and furniture weighing 12 to 30 kg.…
Things to know about vitamin D
Adults should supplement 600 IU of vitamin D every day and be exposed to sunlight for 20-30 minutes to help the body synthesize this nutrient effectively. Vitamin D is important…
Two cases of kidney failure following hair straightening
A 17-year-old girl was hospitalized last Thursday with severe kidney failure, a few days after having her hair straightened. She was referred to the children’s emergency department of the Shaare…
Depression in old age due to ‘parasitic’ children
At the age of 65, instead of enjoying her old age, Ms. Dao often stays up all night with spinning headaches and a racing heartbeat. The source of this exhaustion…
Should you apply hot oil if you have a sprain?
Rubbing hot oil dilates blood vessels, which can make sprains worse. A sprain is a condition in which the ligaments are overstretched or torn, causing pain, reduced or loss of…
Eating grapes at night can help you sleep well
Grapes are rich in antioxidants, fiber and many essential nutrients that can increase feelings of fullness and improve sleep quality. Grapes contain about 80% water, helping the body maintain moisture,…
A cow that managed to calm a warrior’s anxiety attack
A., 23, served as a reserve officer during the war in Gaza. During the days of respite between the many rounds of combat, he traveled with his girlfriend to the…
Signs of slow development in children
Children who grow teeth slowly, speak slowly, have poor memory, and are often sad may have delayed physical and intellectual development. Slow to speak Normally, children at 9-12 months start…
Green vs. red apples – what’s the health difference?
Apples are one of the most available and beloved fruits: easy to carry, delicious, and full of important nutrients. But does the color have a health significance? And what is…
Signs of meningococcus – a disease that can kill in 24 hours
People with meningococcal meningitis often develop sudden symptoms such as stiff neck, high fever, sensitivity to light, headache, nausea and purpura. The Ministry of Health recorded 95 cases of meningococcal…
A new study reveals: this is the age when the smartphone is killing the brains of young people
Another study, published as an early publication in the journal Pediatrics Open Science, examined the relationship between smartphone use and attention. It was found that playing games and watching videos…
Studies reveal: reusable water bottles contain a high bacterial load
In recent years, reusable water bottles have become an everyday accessory in almost every bag – at work, at school, in the gym and on trips. However, behind the healthy…
What time of day should you not drink orange juice?
Orange juice is known for many uses such as improving resistance, anti-aging, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. There is a lot of information that drinking orange juice…
An academic study reveals: a breakthrough in the diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder
One track is based on fear and terror, and the second track is based on deep emotional pain that includes feelings such as guilt, sadness and shame. “We found that…
Winter 2025: Influenza K continues to spread, patients wait many hours for a doctor
Ambulance convoys outside Sheba emergency room | Photo: Maariv Online According to the data of the Ministry of Health, last week there was a certain halt in the number of…
5 facial signs that ‘denounce’ fatty liver
Signs that appear on the face such as yellow eyes, edema, acne, spider veins, dull and itchy skin can warn of fatty liver. Fatty liver, also known as the “silent…
Why does blood pressure drop when standing up?
Hypotension when standing up is common in the elderly, taking medication or having chronic diseases, causing temporary brain anemia, causing dizziness and blurred vision. Postural hypotension is a condition in…
Italian gluten-free pizza crust Tami is being recalled from sale
The importing company “Jud. Italiano BAAM”, in agreement with the Ministry of Health, announces the recall from sale of a certain batch of gluten-free base for Italian pizza “Tami” produced…
Vegetable soup for the winter: do the vitamins really disappear in cooking?
Vegetable soup is usually based on root vegetables and common vegetables such as carrot, onion, zucchini, celery, pumpkin and potato. These are vegetables that provide a large volume, few calories,…
Petah Tikva was declared a city with a measles outbreak
The Ministry of Health announced this evening (Sunday) that Petah Tikva was officially declared a city with a measles outbreak. The announcement was made following confirmed cases of illness and…