 Evidence does not equal evidenceNot all items of evidence are equal, but some are more equal than others.Don't make big life decisions based on someone's opinion. Study: Wearing a used face mask can increase danger of COVID infectionResearch showed that masks alter manner of inhalation and promote respiration of Covid-19-carrying aerosols. New study reveals soaring levels of anxiety & depression linked to lockdownAround 1 in 10 Israelis reported severe anxiety in pre-epidemic period, as compared to almost 1 in 3 now. New study: Lockdown has no significant impact on COVID mortalityStudy based on data from 160 countries, recommends "increasing population resilience with better physical fitness." At least 12,706 mutations of Covid-19 identified so farResearchers claim study shows none of the mutations presents heightened risk of transmission.Large study shows mask-wearing 'not statistically significant'Almost 5,000 people participated in randomized study. 1.8% of mask-wearers contracted COVID vs. 2.1% of control group. New research into white blood cells could spell hope for COVID patientsShaare Zedek & Sight Diagnostics working to identify early deterioration in COVID patients, for swifter, more effective treatment. A cure for COVID in your medicine cabinet?Studies looking into mouthwash & aspirin have already shown huge promise. Bad news for BigPharma... The next 72 daysWhile fighting for re-election, Trump has lifted restrictions on US investment in Israeli research projects in Judea and Samaria. Op-ed. Jews and Arabs who work together for the good of IsraelHow Jews and Arabs work together to make the quality of life in Israel better and increase longevity.. Op-ed. Can DNA technology help detect cancer and coronavirus?Hebrew University inches closer to harnessing DNA molecules for disease detection and electronics. Israeli study: Small number of autonomous vehicles improves traffic flowBar Ilan U researchers find traffic flow greatly improves with the addition of just a small number of autonomous vehicles on the road. Shaare Zedek researcher: 'Important for every woman to know if she is a BRCA carrier'Shaare Zedek research shows advance detection of BRCA 1 and 2 mutations significantly increases breast cancer survival rate. Study: Obesity significantly raises risk of death from COVID-19New study by UNC, World Bank, shows patients suffering from obesity have 113% higher rate of hospitalization than slimmer patients. Could this supplement prevent deterioration of COVID-19 patients?Clinical study shows innovative supplement may be able to prevent exacerbation and deterioration of coronavirus. Vapers may be five times more likely to contract coronavirus, study showsUse of e-cigarettes may significantly increase risk of contracting coronavirus, new study shows. Magnetic memory states go exponentialNewly-discovered ability to stabilize, control, number of magnetic states may allow multi-level magnetic memory with many states per cell. New strain of swine flu may lead to pandemic, scientists warnNew study by Chinese scientists shows virus becoming more prevalent in pigs may soon make the jump to humans. Did coronavirus first start to spread through China in August?New study shows increase in activity outside hospitals beginning in August 2019. Was it due to coronavirus? Study: Older adults' perception of aging may be more important than chronological ageCOVID-19 loneliness linked to elevated psychiatric symptoms in older adults. Studies: Bald men more likely to have a severe case of coronavirusAre androgens responsible for determining the severity of COVID-19? Study: Israel doesn't have coronavirus herd immunitySerological tests show low rate of immunity among Israeli population. Researchers find pangolins may be responsible for COVID-19's ability to transfer to humansResearch team analyzes coronavirus genomes, says bats and pangolins may be responsible for outbreak, along with third animal. A shared ancestry? Genomes provide new insight into Canaanite heritage’s far reachGenetic samples from across the Southern Levant show Canaanites to be a demographically coherent group - and one which migrated. Did fines for violating coronavirus guidelines change Israelis' behavior?New survey examines how Israelis' behavior during coronavirus outbreak was influenced by government guidelines. Study: Gene which raises risk of dementia may also raise risk of severe coronavirusThose with two copies of a genetic mutation at more than double the risk of severe COVID-19 than those with two copies of a different gene. Israeli researchers: Hearts that drum together beat togetherGroup drumming stimulates behavioral and physiological synchronization that contributes to ability to cooperate, Bar-Ilan U. study finds. New research shows large segments of the population may be immune to COVID-19Research shows large segments of the population may be immune to COVID-19 - possibly due to exposure to other viruses.Large survey confirms: Loss of smell and taste linked to COVID-19Global survey of 4,000 coronavirus patients supports link between COVID-19 and loss of smell and taste. Could a heartburn drug be used to treat coronavirus?New York researchers study whether famotidine, the active ingredient in Pepcid, can treat for coronavirus. 'Do not do this at home.' Can COVID-19 cause heart inflammation in children?'Multi-system inflammatory state' noted in children who have coronavirus or may have suffered in the recent past, medical experts say. University receives grant for coronavirus research proposals amid pandemicIsraeli government awards University of Haifa faculty funding for 18 research proposals related to COVID-19. Seven-fold increase in stroke rates among young COVID-19 victimsYounger coronavirus patients with no medical history are suffering stroke at alarming rates, doctors warn. First-ever coronavirus trial participant: 'Proud to have been part of the process'Jennifer Haller, 44, spoke about her participation in the trial of the first-ever COVID-19 vaccine. 'As easy as the regular flu shot.' Ibuprofen exacerbates coronavirus diseaseWorld Health Organization recommends using paracetamol to treat coronavirus symptoms, instead of anti-inflammatories. Here's why. Research claims expensive car owners 'feel sense of superiority over other road users'Study claims to reveal likelihood drivers will slow for pedestrians decreases by 3% for every extra $1,000 that one's vehicle is worth. Israeli research: Steroid use linked to low blood sugarFindings point to side effect of steroids not previously described in medical literature. Israeli docs strike big blow to antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs'Hebrew U. team brings hope to patients with life-threatening, drug-resistant infections. Study: Electronic cigarettes raise risk of lung disease by 30%E-cigarettes can cause serious lung damage in just a few years, new study shows. Large study: Smoking increases risk for gestational diabetesPregnant smokers at higher risk for gestational diabetes, Hebrew University study finds. The resurrection of the Blood Libel - by pseudo-scholarsThe medieval blood libel still appears as part of Arab world’s vilification of Jews—and is now transmogrified, masquerading as scholarship, into slander against Israel, the Jew of nations. Has to be read to be believed. The scientists that turned a cow into a zebraScientists discover the real reason for the fashionable selection of zebra stripes. Test run for world's first non-stop flight from NY to Australia'Flying non-stop from the east coast of Australia to London and New York is truly the final frontier in aviation,' Qantas CEO says. Red Sea countries to launch coral reef joint research centerRed Sea Transnational Research Center will include partners from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Eritrea, Sudan, Yemen, Israel, and Djibouti. Israeli study: Facebook can cause depressionFacebook lowers self-esteem, new study finds, such that 15 minutes of surfing is enough to increase chances of depression. People with ADHD eat less healthilyPeople with ADHD tend to eat 'whatever they see around,' new study says. New study proves intestinal bacteria grow in pregnant womenBar-Ilan researchers discover that bacteria 'sense' pregnancy and the need to assist babies in breaking down the sugar in mother's milk. Israeli scientists successfully print human heartScientists at Tel Aviv University unveil 'first' 3D print of heart with human tissue, vessels. Can we rely on the polls?Dr. Ido Liberman explains why the pre-election polls and exit polls were right - and wrong - about the results. These ADHD medications may predict future antidepressant useChildhood methylphenidate treatment predicts antidepressant use during adolescence, study shows. Researchers identify the beneficial role of sleepSleep increases chromosome dynamics that clear out DNA damage accumulated during waking hours. Research puts obesity and fatty liver disease treatment in reachHebrew University Professor Amiram Goldblum’s team discovers 27 new molecules with significant therapeutic potential. New study shows religious upbringing linked to happinessNew study shows religious upbringing raises life satisfaction, lowers risk of substance abuse and STDs. This is the most germ-filled surface in an airportNew research reveals the most germ-infested area of an airport - and it isn't the bathroom. Soldiers visit doctors twice as often as everyone elseNew study finds soldiers go to the doctor twice as much as civilians of the same age. Maternal depression may alter children's immune responsesIsraeli study shows maternal depression may have a long-term impact on children's psychological and immune health. Meet the head of London's pro-Israel Center for Policy ResearchDr. Herbert London on Israel's challenges, how Jewish students can fight back, Muslim women's rights and BDS goals. |
