‘My stomach is eating itself’: millionaire chasing immortality reveals chronic illness

Bryan Johnson says autoimmune gastritis went undetected for years despite his extreme anti-aging routine, as doctors explain how the silent stomach disease can cause iron and B12 deficiencies

Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center launches innovation hub at major medical summit

New nose before senior year: Teens turn summer into surgery season

One million Israelis waited over a month for specialist care, survey shows

More than 300,000 adults waited over three months for a specialist

Decaf too: your coffee habit may be saving your liver

Health & science

Waking up in the middle of the night? How to fall back asleep

Anxiety over another sleepless night can flood the brain with thoughts and adrenaline, keeping you awake until morning; a few simple techniques involving breathing, muscle relaxation and eye movement may help break the cycle

Zohar Fishman-Schwartz | 02:48 | 07.05.26

Israeli AI learns to describe the secret lives of proteins

Technion and Tel Aviv University researchers say BetaDescribe can turn protein sequences into plain-language insights, opening faster paths for drug discovery, biotech and materials research

ynet Global | 15:44 | 07.04.26

Israel’s most wanted hospital for interns revealed

Sourasky is the top choice for medical internship placements among graduates of accredited foreign medical schools in Israel, followed by Beilinson and Sheba, while Soroka leads among non-accredited schools in a 422-intern allocation under a new reform

Or Hadar | 08:35 | 07.04.26

‘By 2032, we will defeat aging’: Ray Kurzweil’s bold new prediction

The famed futurist says AI, computational medicine and molecular biology could bring humanity to ‘longevity escape velocity,’ where science adds at least a year of healthy life for every year lived. Scientists are intrigued, but far from convinced

Eitan Gefen | 04:54 | 07.04.26

Five everyday habits quietly hurting your metabolism

Sitting too long, sleeping too little, skipping strength training, eating too little protein and fiber and relying on ultra-processed foods can affect muscle mass, hunger signals, blood sugar and fat storage, endocrinologists say

Eitan Gefen | 02:40 | 07.04.26

'We thought it was a stroke': The rare disease that 'eats the brain'

A year after Yaarit Bitton was diagnosed with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, her daughter Chanel watched her lose speech, recognition and the person she had been; doctors say the incurable brain disorder is rare, but Israel sees a higher rate than many countries

Or Hadar | 15:33 | 07.02.26

‘Are you feminine or masculine gay?’ Israel’s costly medical school screening system

As Israel faces a chronic doctor shortage, candidates say medical school admissions have become a maze of privatized testing, costly prep courses and invasive personal questions that create a clear socioeconomic barrier

Haim Rivlin, Shomrim | 14:10 | 07.02.26

How to get six-pack abs: what really works and what doesn't

Visible abs depend far more on low body fat than endless crunches, experts say; Proper nutrition, strength training, smart ab workouts and genetics all play a role, while spot fat reduction remains a myth

Eitan Gefen | 01:58 | 07.02.26

Think formula helps babies sleep? Study challenges the myth

A large study challenges the common belief that formula-fed babies sleep better, finding that breastfeeding in the first six months was associated with longer sleep at age 1; experts stress the findings show a link, not proof that breastfeeding causes better sleep

Tzur Gueta | 13:04 | 07.01.26

לוחמי מילואים באוגדת דוד יצטיידו בנשקים שיישארו עמם באופן קבוע בביתם כחלק מהפקת לקחי השבעה באוקטובר

IDF reservists’ families show high rates of trauma symptoms, study finds

Study of 2,500 families finds widespread PTSD symptoms among young children and parents, warning of long-term harm of war without targeted treatment

Tamar Trabelsi-Hadad | 08:23 | 07.01.26

New Yale study challenges one of aging’s biggest myths

Researchers tracking more than 11,000 adults over 65 found that many improved physically, cognitively or both over time, with one factor standing out: a more positive view of aging

ynet | 05:59 | 07.01.26

Can yesterday’s criteria identify tomorrow’s women scientists?

In the age of AI, many girls may already possess the interdisciplinary strengths future science demands - but these talents must be recognized and nurtured if they are to open doors to technological and scientific careers

Ruth Shoham/Davidson Institute of Science | 05:10 | 07.01.26

מיליוני גלקסיות בתמונה אחת. צילום של טלסקופ ורה רובין

World’s largest digital camera begins 10-year survey of the universe

Perched on a mountaintop in Chile, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory will photograph the southern sky for a decade, mapping billions of stars and galaxies and searching for clues to dark matter and dark energy

Associated Press | 22:23 | 06.30.26

Israel’s HIV fight falters as at least 1 in 10 carriers may not know they are infected

A new Knesset Research and Information Center report initiated by MK Tatiana Mazarsky finds the Health Ministry lacks data on HIV testing and two of three UNAIDS targets, while Israel still has no comprehensive national plan

Or Hadar | 20:37 | 06.30.26

Microplastics are everywhere at home; here’s how to cut your daily exposure

Microplastics are already found throughout the home, from the air we breathe to the food we eat; Dr. Ophir Lavon of Carmel Medical Center explains how to reduce daily exposure without avoiding plastic entirely

Tzur Gueta | 12:58 | 06.30.26

China unveils AI system to develop personalized cancer vaccines in 24 hours

Construction has begun in Beijing on China's first AI-powered personalized cancer vaccine production line, aiming to design patient-specific treatments within 24 hours instead of weeks

ynet Global | 01:42 | 06.30.26

Israel blocks hospital AI tools, but doctors warn the risks are only shifting

Physicians and AI experts say the Health Ministry's restrictions have not curbed AI use, but shifted it to personal devices, creating new privacy concerns while doing little to reduce cyber risks

Or Hadar | 12:32 | 06.29.26

חתך רוחב בעובר כריש חתולי קטן־כתמים עם צביעות לגן של שרירים ועור (ירוק), עצמות (אדום) וכליה (כתום). צביעת תאים כללית (כחול)

A 136-year-old idea about kidney evolution gets new support

An international study led by the University of Haifa found that the earliest vertebrate kidney develops from embryonic tissue that also forms muscles and the skeleton, supporting a theory first proposed in 1888 and reshaping scientists' understanding of embryonic evolution

Yogev Israeli | 09:19 | 06.29.26

The dark side of supplements: How ‘natural’ pills can harm your liver and kidneys

More people are taking dietary supplements without professional guidance, often based on social media advice; while some are essential, studies point to risks and drug interactions; Prof. Ziv Ben Ari: 'Weigh the benefits, risks and real need'

Tzur Gueta | 21:44 | 06.28.26

האיזופוד Bathynomus jamesi שחי בעומק האוקיינוס ושורד יותר מחמש שנים ללא מזון

How these deep-sea giants survive over five years without eating

A giant stomach, an ultra-slow metabolism and a gene that acts as a metabolic switch enable deep-sea giant isopods to go on for years without food; researchers say the discovery could advance medicine, energy conservation and robotics

Yogev Israeli | 10:22 | 06.28.26

Don’t freeze, don’t sweat: what’s the healthiest AC setting for summer?

Doctors say the Israeli summer affects the body more than many realize, from dehydration and fatigue to sleep quality, blood pressure and concentration; recommended daytime setting is usually 24°-25°C (75°-77°F), but at night comfort matters most

Eitan Gefen | 23:53 | 06.27.26

ד"ר תומר פורטנוי, רדיולוג מבית החולים שניידר, שירת במחנה שורה במילואים

'The smell still follows me': Shura workers recount the trauma of identifying October 7 victims

Content warning: Schneider radiologist Dr. Tomer Portnoy opened victims’ body bags at Shura for 10 days; Kaplan imaging technician Yigal Foigel served there too; two years and seven months after October 7, both describe trauma that still haunts them

Ariela Ayalon | 12:19 | 06.27.26

10 everyday habits that experts say are not as harmless as they seem

From skipping morning sunlight and cleaning your ears with cotton swabs to drinking wine ‘for the heart’ and checking your phone in bed, specialists explain the common routines that may quietly harm your health

Eitan Gefen | 04:12 | 06.27.26

Can gel polish hide nail fungus? Dermatologist explains the warning signs

A small stain, change in color or rough texture may look like routine cosmetic damage, but sometimes it can point to nail fungus; Dr. Alina Lozinski of Sheba Medical Center explains the link between gel polish, nail health and when to seek medical advice

Dr. Alina Lozinski | 00:36 | 06.27.26

Israel blocks public AI tools on government hospital computers over data leak fears

Health Ministry tightens restrictions over cyber risks and concerns that sensitive patient information could be exposed through public platforms

Or Hadar | 15:19 | 06.26.26

Shrinking ice cover harms ringed seals, which depend on sea ice to reproduce. A ringed seal on an ice floe

How the Baltic Sea Became a test case for climate change in coastal waters

The Baltic Sea is warming faster than most oceans and losing ice, while facing eutrophication and dead zones but decades of monitoring and early restoration make it a ‘living laboratory’ for how climate change will reshape coastal seas

Yonat Eshchar, PhD, Davidson Institute of Science | 13:24 | 06.26.26

From injury to evacuation: the race against time to save wounded soldiers in Lebanon

Unlike Gaza, the Lebanon campaign poses new challenges for the Medical Corps: long distances, mountainous terrain and aerial threats, as commanders work to cut evacuation times, bring whole blood to the front and prepare for future war scenarios

Sarit Rosenblum | 05:45 | 06.26.26

Why Einstein’s photoelectric effect still powers modern science and solar energy

121 years after Einstein’s landmark paper on the photoelectric effect, the discovery that light arrives in photons still underpins modern physics, from solar panels to quantum theory, and explains how frequency, not intensity, releases electrons

Jonathan Berkheim, Davidson Institute of Science | 03:02 | 06.26.26

Ghadir Saleh, 20, from the Druze city of Maghar

From violin to ambulance sirens: A Druze paramedic’s unusual journey

She performed her violin internationally but a medical recommendation to significantly reduce strain on her hands forced her to reconsider her career: Druze paramedic Ghadir Saleh, 20, marks Israel's National Paramedic Day with her story of resilience and service

ynet Global | 23:12 | 06.25.26

How do some people reach 100 in good health? Scientists look to family genes

In some families, people live to very old age and remain healthy and functioning, and now researchers want to understand why; A new study finds rare mutations that could unlock answer. The hope: to understand how to extend not only life, but also years of good health

ynet | 19:28 | 06.25.26

A new approach to hydrogen fuel cells operating in ambient air

Israeli scientists rethink hydrogen fuel cells to unlock cheaper green energy

Technion researchers and partners at Tianjin University say managing carbon dioxide, rather than eliminating it, could make low-cost fuel cells more durable and practical for vehicles, drones and remote power systems

ynet Global | 10:49 | 06.25.26

Your child’s squishy toy may not be as harmless as it looks

Soft, stretchy and wildly popular, squishy toys are drawing warnings after parents reported toys bursting at home, with one saying, 'Every time I bought one, it burst the same day'

Or Hadar | 23:01 | 06.24.26

This week in space: Building satellites in Tel Aviv, Chinese rocket launch, Jupiter and the shock wave

Tel Aviv University has opened a new space engineering center; Blue Origin says it will resume New Glenn launches soon, despite the destruction of its launch pad in a rocket explosion; NASA’s Juno spacecraft is helping solve a cosmic mystery

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 22:48 | 06.24.26

Dutch doctors euthanize child under 12 in first-of-its-kind case

Terminally ill child put to death under the Netherlands’ expanded euthanasia law, marking first reported case involving minor under 12 and reigniting fierce debate over children's suffering and assisted dying; case referred to public prosecutor’s office

Tzur Gueta | 17:37 | 06.24.26

Hagit Malul with Itamar today, 11 years after the near-drowning that left him with severe brain injuries

'I cry for my son, but I also cry for the life we lost'

After Itamar nearly drowned in rainwater that collected on top of his family's pool cover, leaving him with severe brain injuries, his mother reflects on 11 years of grief and survival; 'I miss the child I had,' she says

ynet Global | 06:00 | 06.24.26

Seven Israeli researchers win prestigious EU grants for breakthrough science

The ERC Advanced Grants will support projects at the Weizmann Institute, Hebrew University, Technion and Rambam, including studies on Type 1 diabetes, heart arrhythmias, brain development, bacterial immunity, RNA and stellar explosions

ynet | 00:27 | 06.24.26

מומחי רמב"ם גמלו מכור לתרופות באמצעות גלי קול בטכנולוגיה של "אינסייטק"

Israeli breakthrough: man addicted to painkillers detoxes in 20 minutes with sound waves

Rambam doctors used noninvasive Israeli technology to target the brain’s reward center, cutting opioid craving to zero within days

Or Hadar | 22:28 | 06.23.26

Abortion requests in Israel keep falling, but gaps by age, religion and origin remain

Girls under 19 filed 853 requests in 2024, just 5.8% of all applications, down from 14.3% in 2006, while nearly all requests were approved and Israel’s overall rate kept declining

Or Hadar | 21:18 | 06.23.26

The hidden nutrient gap: why iodine deficiency is more common than you think

Iodine, an essential mineral the body can’t produce, is vital for thyroid function, brain development and pregnancy; Experts warn of common deficiency even in Israel, urging using iodized salt and dietary sources like fish, dairy and eggs

Eitan Gefen | 03:40 | 06.23.26

Why staying single can be healthier than a poor romantic relationship

A long-term study finds that being in a relationship only improves wellbeing when it is high quality; Poor or average relationships are linked to lower life satisfaction and more negative emotions than singlehood

Lori Stadtmauer | 03:02 | 06.23.26

The 0.1 second that predicts life expectancy, and when mortality risk jumps

The Ben-Gurion University study followed 120 older adults for up to 17 years and found the test may help identify functional decline before falls occur

Eitan Gefen | 16:10 | 06.22.26

AI breakthrough could make breast cancer MRI scans faster, sharper and more accessible

Technion and US researchers say their ELITE method combines artificial intelligence and mathematical modeling to produce dynamic MRI images once per second, potentially improving tumor detection and scan efficiency

ynet Global | 10:10 | 06.22.26

Sauerkraut in the White House: The smelly diet winning over Trump officials

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Vice President JD Vance and other senior officials have embraced a diet of fermented foods, steak and no alcohol, guided by Dr. Sean O’Mara, whose direct consultations reportedly cost $18,000

Tzippy Shmilovitz | 08:10 | 06.22.26

Clalit_Why family doctors are key to healthcare

Why family doctors are key to navigating Israel’s healthcare system for new immigrants

Clalit physicians say community medicine, continuity of care and personal relationships help olim adapt to Israel’s healthcare system; doctors stress that choosing the right family physician matters more than choosing the most familiar health fund name; ‘You need someone you feel you can count on’

David Matline | 16:27 | 06.21.26

טיפול בחולה אבולה באוהל ייעודי שהוקם באזור איטורי ברפובליקה הדמוקרטית של קונגו

Second suspected Ebola case hospitalized in Israel in two days

Health officials say no Ebola cases have been confirmed, but two Israelis who recently returned from Congo are in isolation as Israel temporarily bars foreign arrivals from Congo, Uganda and South Sudan

Or Hadar | 13:25 | 06.21.26

Menopause weight gain can be managed with the right approach

Many women gain weight in their 40s and 50s despite eating well and exercising; new research points to estrogen’s role in appetite and weight-control centers in the brain, while whole foods, strength training and aerobic activity may help reduce the risk

Dr. Irit Hochberg | 18:40 | 06.20.26

From Nof HaGalil to global luxury skincare: inside Anat Aharon’s high-end beauty empire

Anat Aharon began her career in a small room in her parents’ home in Nof HaGalil and went on to become an aesthetician sought after by businesswomen, celebrities, and clients from abroad who either travel specifically to see her or even fly her in

Yael Walzer | 01:35 | 06.20.26

פעולות חיטוי בעקבות התפרצות אבולה ברפובליקה הדמוקרטית של קונגו

Israel checks suspected first Ebola case at Rambam hospital

A Congo returnee is being treated in isolation at Rambam Hospital after developing symptoms consistent with Ebola, as health officials await test results and trace possible contacts

Or Hadar, Eitan Glickman | 23:35 | 06.19.26

Dietary fiber: the essential nutrient most of us ignore

When most of us think of dietary fiber, we think constipation; but it is increasingly seen as a key part of a healthy daily diet; which foods are rich in fiber, and how much do you need each day?

Michal Adani | 12:51 | 06.19.26

‘I got angry when I realized she was vomiting’: How I found out my daughter had anorexia

Noa was 9 when a doctor’s comment about her weight crushed her; years later, after bullying, secrecy, vomiting and a desperate letter to her mother, she was diagnosed with anorexia and began the long path to recovery

Maya Benita | 12:21 | 06.19.26

Cracking epilepsy’s code: How genetics is reshaping treatment for children

For years, epilepsy care relied on trial and error, but genome sequencing and precision medicine are helping doctors identify the mechanisms behind severe childhood epilepsy and, in some cases, target the disease at its source

Dr. Michal Tzadok | 02:49 | 06.19.26

Not just her ovaries: The syndrome that disrupts the metabolism of millions of women

Findings from international studies conducted over the past decade shatter everything we thought about polycystic ovary syndrome and provide an explanation for why women who suffer from the problem have such a hard time losing weight

Noga Shavit-Raz, Liora Houbara | 00:38 | 06.19.26

The quiet space helping student reservists heal after war

Afeka College dedicates new space for students, including reservists returning from combat, with a calm environment for decompression, reflection and emotional support

ynet Global | 17:35 | 06.18.26

Weight-loss drugs may raise testosterone and improve sperm quality, early data suggest

New scientific review suggests GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro may improve reproductive health in men with obesity, but researchers stress the evidence is preliminary and not yet a basis for fertility treatment

Tzur Gueta | 08:59 | 06.18.26

How much protein do you really need a day, and can you eat too much?

Protein is essential for muscle, recovery, satiety and normal body function, but experts say needs vary by age, activity and health status, and powders or bars should not replace a balanced diet

Eitan Geffen | 05:46 | 06.18.26

Can this psychedelic reset addicted brains? Here are 4 surprising facts

Ibogaine remains risky and unproven, but early research and growing financial support for psychedelic studies have made it one of the most closely watched compounds in opioid addiction, PTSD and brain injury treatment

Prof. Itamar Grotto | 18:24 | 06.17.26

Why women with ADHD may seem unreliable, and what is really happening

Smart, capable women with ADHD may promise deadlines they fully intend to meet, then freeze, panic or give quick answers under pressure; expert Inbal Green says the pattern is often driven by overwhelm, shame, time blindness and fear of disappointing others

Maya Benita | 08:12 | 06.17.26

Before pregnancy matters: fathers’ diet and weight linked to children’s long-term health

New research suggests a father’s weight, diet and lifestyle before conception may affect children’s risk of obesity and metabolic disease through biological changes in sperm; Some effects may be reversible with healthier habits in the months before pregnancy

ynet | 04:35 | 06.17.26

The ADHD trait that can make women seem unreliable

For many women with ADHD, promises made in good faith can go unfulfilled, leading others to see them as unreliable or dishonest; Experts say 'fibbing' is often a survival response driven by overwhelm, shame, time blindness and fear of rejection

Maya Benita | 03:32 | 06.17.26

Was the water we drink once urine?

Water constantly cycles through clouds, rivers and living creatures, meaning some of what we drink may once have passed through animals

Meshi Ayad | 12:01 | 06.16.26

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