Healthcare

After being diagnosed with stage 2-3 cancer shortly after her mother, 46-year-old mother of seven Leah Shops shares her inspiring journey of early detection, family resilience, and community support.

Professor Yakov Hart, president of Netanya Academic College and former director of Sharon and Loewenstein hospitals, passed away at the age of over 40 years in academia and healthcare.

A new analysis reveals that chronic loneliness among Israel's elderly population carries a severe physiological and economic toll, driving up healthcare costs and highlighting the urgent need for strategic national intervention.

Over 1,000 global tech, medical, and industry leaders will gather at Sheba Medical Center on October 20-22, 2026, for the fifth annual international ARC conference focusing on artificial intelligence in healthcare.

A new USC study published in JAMA reveals that over 20% of older American adults remain at risk for potential drug interactions despite slight decreases in rates.

Israel Police opened a preliminary inquiry into Channel 14 panelist Micha Lakin Avni over unverified claims that Arab medical staff poison Jewish patients.

Volunteers and doctors from the 'Marpe LaRehov' association bring vital medical and social care to homeless populations on the streets of south Tel Aviv.

Tens of thousands of Israeli women have faced an eight-month shortage of Evorel 50 hormone patches. Authorities and importers confirm that a massive new shipment has arrived, with supplies expected to resume imminently.

Thousands of Americans cross the border daily to Los Algodones, Mexico, dubbed 'Molar City,' seeking affordable dental care amidst a broken U.S. healthcare system.

Haverim L'Refuah reports a 20% surge in medication assistance requests over the past year, with over 7,000 patients relying on the association monthly as medical costs rise.

A new documentary by the Campaign Against Antisemitism exposes alleged antisemitic abuse and systemic failures within Britain's NHS, detailing harrowing accounts from Jewish patients and staff.

Health experts in Israel report an early seasonal rise in viral and bacterial sore throats, linked to the return to schools. Doctors recommend early flu vaccination and proper treatment.

Apollo Global Management is in advanced talks to acquire Johnson & Johnson's orthopedics division in a mega-deal potentially exceeding $20 billion.

Maof Group is entering the field of community medicine, one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world, which serves as a solution to the problem of overcrowding in emergency rooms and hospitalization wards. A few years ago, Bank Leumi acquired 20% of Maof's shares.

Vaccines will arrive gradually at clinics over the coming weeks. Health funds are calling on the public, especially high-risk populations, to get vaccinated as soon as the vaccines arrive. Last year, six children died from the virus.

Dr. Galit Desha, an expert in gender and trauma, has founded Ozz Health. The startup is developing an AI-powered app called "Dorothy" to guide patients through hospitalization, aiming to reduce anxiety and improve the patient experience.

The Ministry of Finance's wage report reveals dramatic gaps between doctors: about 104.7 thousand shekels per month in the top decile, compared to about 17.3 thousand in the bottom decile. About a quarter of medical specialists are approaching retirement age.

The 41-year-old fitness trainer, who is moments away from giving birth, reveals the difficult days she is going through: collapse due to anemia, vomiting, fainting, and a women's emergency room where, according to her, she had to fight to receive an urgent iron infusion, until she turned to Instagram and received completely different treatment. "Suddenly four phone calls - 'we want to help'"

According to the Israel Cancer Association's estimate, about 5,870 women in Israel are expected to be diagnosed with the disease by the end of 2026. New studies have found a link between night shifts and increased risk, while weight-loss injections and physical activity have been linked to reduced risk. The forecast for the coming years points to a further increase in the number of those diagnosed...

A call for applications for the training of "practical engineers in the healthcare system" is sparking opposition among speech therapists. The association claims that instead of "therapy assistants" with limited authority, a 2,000-hour program is being created that could blur professional boundaries: "Devastating consequences for the quality of care."

The chief economist of OpenAI claims that artificial intelligence will not necessarily eliminate jobs, but may actually make caregiving professions more in-demand and valued than ever before.

After five years in the position and 13 years in the Maccabi group, Toni Cohen is leaving the network of clinics that serves about one million patients annually. Who is the new CEO stepping into her shoes?

Professor Ohad Hochman, CEO of the Bnai Zion Medical Center in Haifa, is leading a strategic plan for the institution through 2050. The program focuses on leadership, innovation, humanity, and resilience, featuring the construction of a new protected clinic building and the development of centers of excellence.

New and worrying data from the Assuta Institute shows that an absolute majority of the public is afraid to go to hospitals, with the main concern reaching an unprecedented rate of almost 90 percent of respondents.

He dedicated his life to his patients, served as the first district geriatrician for Clalit in Tel Aviv, and even survived a severe and violent attack in the past while on duty. Now, his family and colleagues are saying goodbye to him with pain.

The Novolog healthcare group has announced the departure of CEO Aviad Busi and CFO Yaniv Vidavsky. Zeev Mansour, formerly CEO of Logisticare, will take over as the new CEO in December.

After leading a successful turnaround at his previous company and establishing a logistics center worth hundreds of millions of shekels, Zeev Mansour has been appointed to lead the Israeli logistics and medical group Novolog.

The largest optics chain in Israel has signed an extensive cooperation agreement with the Meuhedet health fund. Under the agreement, the fund's insured members will enjoy subsidies and extensive benefits on eyeglasses, frames, and lenses for children and adults.

Following a funding dispute with the Ministry of Health, the "Oti" association will continue providing developmental medical care in Eilat's kindergartens for the upcoming school year. This outcome spares families from long waits, travel, and the burden of private therapy costs.

Garden County Health Services in the USA has filed for bankruptcy following financial difficulties. CEO Sam Pennington reassured that medical services will continue without interruption.

An anarchy of hundreds of organizations providing PTSD treatment has emerged in Israel since October 7. Experts warn that the lack of uniform standards and professional oversight poses significant risks to patients.

About 133,000 temporary permits expiring in 2026-2027 will not be renewed automatically, and a gradual cancellation of permanent permits is also expected. Patients and rights organizations warn: relying on benefits and functional tests could harm those who have difficulty walking but are not eligible for benefits.

The new branch will consolidate a wide range of medical and diagnostic services under one roof. The services will be provided using advanced medical equipment, with the goal of providing residents of the area with high-quality, professional, and accessible service.

A new, advanced medical center was inaugurated today in Acre, aimed at expanding access to healthcare for residents of the Western Galilee and the North. The facility offers comprehensive diagnostic services and specialist consultations, significantly reducing waiting times for local patients.

Dr. Heidi Overton, a senior health policy advisor at the White House, is expected to lead the FDA. The appointment comes about three months after the resignation of Dr. Marty Makary and in the midst of a leadership crisis at the agency, which has lost more than 3,000 employees over the past year.

After choosing to undergo an oophorectomy to reduce the risk of cancer, I discovered that the hormonal therapy I need has become an ongoing struggle to obtain medication. Phone calls to pharmacies, searches in online groups, and recurring shortages that harm thousands of women. This is not how treatment recommended by the healthcare system should look.

Rebecca Green agreed to have her medical appointment recorded by AI to save time, only to be stunned when a letter to her family doctor falsely claimed she used hallucinogenic mushrooms.

The young singer is suffering from sudden knee pain, but discovered she would have to wait months for a specialist appointment — and now she is turning to her followers online for guidance.

Israel is a global leader in Health-Tech investment, yet its domestic healthcare system faces significant bureaucratic and financial hurdles in adopting these local innovations.

The long-term care insurance sector is set for a period of relative calm following Clalit's agreement with Ayalon. However, experts warn that this is a temporary fix that fails to address the industry's fundamental structural issues.

Chairman of the "Lemaanchem" organization, Yossi Erblich, visited Rambam Hospital in Haifa and claimed that the controversy surrounding the medical treatment of IDF soldiers is intended to divert attention from government funding withheld from peripheral hospitals.

An investigation by "Israel Hayom" reveals dramatic gaps in the availability of treatment. The key to recovery: measuring waiting times, strengthening the periphery, and certifying "resilience agents" in the community.

The city of Eilat has suffered from a severe shortage of efficient medical services since its inception. The city hopes to overcome this by training medical staff at a dedicated faculty that will be established for this purpose in Eilat, with an expected opening this September.

At the end of a stormy week, in which Rambam Hospital was accused of inappropriate treatment of an IDF soldier by an "Arabic-speaking staff," hospital director Dr. Michal Mekel responds for the first time in an interview with Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth: "Sectoral identity is a non-issue for the hospital. The on-call doctor was a kippah-wearer, and one of the nurses from the Arab sector is an...

While the number of doctors leaving the country has surged in the last two years, not even 25 million shekels could be found for transporting interns after shifts. Hundreds of millions were "shaved" from the Ministry of Health budget under the whitewashed title of "civilian emergency expenses." This is not a mistake, it is a policy.

The Ministries of Health and Finance have announced an international tender for the architectural design of the new "Peres" Medical Center in Be'er Sheva. Operated by the Sheba Medical Center and two health funds, the facility aims to bridge the healthcare gap between the periphery and the center.

The controversy over alleged mistreatment of an IDF soldier at Rambam Hospital is escalating. The soldier's brother has spoken out against the political exploitation of his statements and proposed stationing guards for hospitalized soldiers.

Dr. Nitzan Shmueli, who treated four wounded soldiers, addressed the harsh accusations against the hospital staff. "The night was difficult, and Arabs and Jews together saved their lives minute by minute," she stated. Health Ministry Director-General Moshe Bar Siman-Tov visited the hospital, expressing full support for the management's decision to reject the complaints.

Following the Ministry of Economy's decision to reopen the investigation into medical cannabis imports, the Israel Cancer Association has requested urgent intervention, demanding a halt to a move that could lead to severe shortages and financial burdens for patients.

Moshe Bar Siman-Tov met with families of wounded soldiers and medical staff at the hospital in Haifa. In response to recent discourse against employees from the Arab community, the Director-General provided full backing to the management and the teams.