 Cancer Biggest Killer in Israel, Report SaysA new study shows that the cause of death for one in four Israelis is cancer, making the disease the number one killer in Israel Rabbis: Health Dept. 'Spread Lies' About 'Metzizah Be'Peh'A group of rabbis said they would ignore a proposed law that would mandate that parents sign a consent form to perform metzitzah b'peh. Americans Are Fat, Reports Gallup ‘Well-Being Index’Call it overweight or call it obese, but in old-fashioned English, American are fat – in all 50 states, says Gallup’s “well-being index.” Israel Sixth Healthiest Country in the WorldBe healthy, move to Israel. That is the message learned from Bloomberg’s ranking of the healthiest countries in the world. US number 33. Swiss Hospital Lifts Ban on CircumcisionA Swiss hospital said it is lifting the ban on circumcision that had been imposed following a controversial ruling by a German court. PMO: Health Cuts Won’t Affect HealthcareCuts to the annual health budget will effect ministry administration, not hospitals, Netanyahu says. Health Experts: System is Already Short by 9 BillionHealth officials protest plans to cut the annual health budget, warn that the system is already seriously underfunded. West May Be Killing Asians with Fast FoodWestern fast food may be a new unintended enemy of Asians, who are suffering more from diabetes and heart diseases. ‘Treat Anxiety with Computers instead of Drugs’Anxiety in children can be treated better by using computers instead of drugs, says a Tel Aviv University professor.Herpes Disease Raises Fears of Circumcision MethodReligious freedom and public health clash in New York after babies contract Herpes disease from a ritual practice after circumcision. TAU Links Air Pollution to Recurrent Heart AttacksA 19 year study of 1120 initial heart attack victims revealed air pollution increased chances of recurrence by 43%; strokes by more WHO Warns of Untreatable Strain of GonorrhoeaThe World Health Organization is warning that a new strain of gonorrhoea has appeared, and is resistant to antibiotics. PA Smugglers End up with 90,000 Broken EggsPA Arabs try to smuggle 90,000 eggs with faked stamps of approval. Israeli inspectors found them hidden behind mattresses. Peres Running Back to Work after OperationThe indefatigable President Shimon Peres, who turns 89 in August, intends to get back on the job Sunday after a hernia operation Friday. Government Bans Smoking at Western WallPeople going to the Western Wall for HaShem to accept their prayers will find smoking is not acceptable, the government ordered. Israeli Drug Firm’s Diabetes Drug Passes TestA small Israeli drug firm called Kamada reports its drug for juvenile diabetes has passed an interim Phase I and II trial. The ‘Simple’ Solution to Passover Medicines: Ask Your RabbiWhat medicines can be taken on Passover? Some are prohibited, some are allowed, and some depend on one’s health. Yeshiva Students Run, Learn About HealthThe Bnei Akiva Nechalim yeshiva dedicates a whole month to health awareness, nutrition, fitness, harmful factors and addictions. Polio Benefit Bill Passed by Knesset CommitteeA Knesset committee has approved a bill that would ensure all polio patients receive the same benefits, including new immigrants. Fearing Riots, Police Rush Raid on Phony PharmaceuticalsPolice asked health officials to cut short a raid on 'dirty' Arab pharmacists, fearing Arab riots over Israel's enforcement of the law. PA Group Condemns WHO Conference in JerusalemA Palestinian Authority human rights organization has used a WHO regional health conference as a launching pad for political salvos. Report: PM’s Health ‘Excellent’The Prime Minister’s Office publishes his annual doctor’s report, Netanyahu in “excellent” health. Netanyahu to Oversee Negotiations with ResidentsPrime Minister Netanyahu agrees to oversee talks with the medical residents. They, in return, promise to wait with mass resignations.Medical Residents Reject PM Netanyahu Request to Keep WorkingRepresentatives of the medical residents rejected a request by Prime Minister Netanyahu to wait several more days before resigning. Catastrophe Postponed: Medical Residents to Wait for 48 HoursMedical residents have agreed to postpone a mass resignation by 48 hours, averting what hospital officials warn would be a catastrophe. Health Scene 5762: Life Expectancy Up, But So is CancerCancer is the leading cause of death among Israelis, who are living almost a decade longer on average than they did 30 years ago. Doctors Regret Deal; Residents hold Hunger StrikeDoctors at four hospitals protest IMA deal with the government, demand its cancellation. Residents threaten hunger strike. 'Draconian' Cigarette Ad Law One of the World's ToughestThe Health Ministry plans to propose a law that would entail nearly a complete ban on the advertising of cigarettes.UN Issues New 'Bird Flu' WarningsThe World Health Organization has warned of a possible resurgence of the H5N1 'Bird Flu' virus; and a new 'mutant strain.' US Health Group to Build New Children’s Clinic in IsraelThe US-based Sanford Health group is building a new children’s clinic in Carmiel, in the western Galilee.Cabinet Approves Marijuana for Medical PurposesThe Cabinet approves the use of marijuana for medical and research purposes. No suggestion was made to legalize the weed for the public. New: Green Building StandardMinistry of Environmental Protection and Standards Institution launch Israel Green building standard is adapted to Israel's climatic conditions. Hebrew U Study Sheds Light on Early Development of CancerResearchers at Hebrew U say they have discovered the molecular basis for the breakage of DNA during the development of cancerous tumors. Lives Saved in 3-Way TransplantThe first three-way kidney transplant in Israel gives three a new chance at life. Mixed Healthcare News in OECD ReportOECD finds that Israelis are healthy, but hospitals are understaffed and overcrowded. Government promises change.European E. Coli Traced to Egyptian Fenugreek SeedsAn outbreak of the deadly E coli bacteria that spread across Europe last month has been traced to fenugreek seeds from Egypt.The Tobacco Industry Will Advertise Against ItselfThe FDA hopes that by decorating cigarette packs with graphic descriptions of the harm caused by smoking it can encourage people to quit. ‘Wake-Up’ Call on Cell Phones May Spur Warning for ChildrenThe Israeli Health Ministry is considering recommending limiting the use of mobile phones by children following UN research.European Countries Trade Charges over Contaminated CucumbersIn addition to the genuine health scare the E.coli epidemic has touched off bickering over responsibility. 109-Year-Old Haifa Resident Gets New Nose at Rambam Hospital"I must go down to the sea again," said 109 year old Meir Korner, after 60 years of sun at the Haifa beach led to a nose job at Rambam Hospital. Doctors' Strike Returns to Public HospitalsAll public hospitals, with the exception of Ziv Medical Center in Tzfat, are operating on a Shabbat schedule due to a doctors strike. IDF Civil Administration Opens Health Operations RoomHealth operations room will coordinate Arab medical and humanitarian cases in Judea, Samaria 24 hours a day. Israel, Thailand Team Up Against CancerHaifa's Rambam Hospital will sign a joint cancer treatment deal Sunday with a Thai research institute. Richard Cohen Raises Awareness of Unemployment with '20 to 60'Runnin' Richard Cohen is raising awareness about unemployment as he lives his dream of running across the United States, 20 miles a day. 33 Soldiers Lightly Hurt by Inhaling HydrazineSoldiers on IAF base Ramat David inhaled the highly toxic chemical, used in F-16s. Israeli Scientists Discover Anti-Stress ProteinsScientists have discovered that people who have a hard time turning off the stress response may be missing a special protein. Infant Death from Klebsiella Temporarily Closes Sheba NICUThe death of a premature baby due to Klebsiella bacteria at Sheba Medical Center has led to temporary closure of its neonatal intensive care unit. Rabbi Yosef Tells Followers to Stop SmokingShas spiritual leader and former Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef said in his weekly radio sermon real friends should hand out candies and not cigarettes. Israeli Scientists Discover Obesity ProteinScientists at the Weizmann Institute have discovered a protein in the brain that contributes to obesity.Israel’s Technion Develops ‘Electronic Nose’ to Detect CancerResearchers at Israel’s Technion are developing an "electronic nose” that can "smell” head-and-neck cancer, which is often discovered too late. Doctors Renew Slowdowns at Hospitals, ClinicsDoctors plan to strike at public hospitals and some clinics at the Clalit and Leumit HMOs in cities around the country. ALEH Marches Forward in Jerusalem with the HandicappedMore than 300 marchers participated last week in ALEH's first-ever Jerusalem event, "ALEH Marches Forward" over the city's Chords Bridge. Ambassador to Japan Not Affected by RadiationRadioactive iodine has been found in the body of Israel's ambassador to Japan, who remains unconcerned. A Strong Israeli Army Marches on a Healthy StomachNapoleon said an army marches on its stomach, and the IDF is in the midst of a “revolution” in the kitchen to make the stomachs healthier. Doctors Back on Strike, Hospitals on Shabbat FootingHospitals are on Sabbath schedules as doctors go back on strike after talks collapse with the Finance Ministry. Nurses join in. Video: ‘Miracle Patient ‘Trembles” after Release from HospitalShirley Marder, a month after severe liver damage from pain killers, goes home without need of a transplant. “I am trembling” from emotions.Doctors' 2-Day Strike Ends - 'For Now'A two-day “warning strike” by Israeli doctors has ended, but the Israel Medical Association says it may resume. |
