Healthcare System

Embryo exchange scandal: The biological parents of a baby have been located

Another medical scandal has unfolded at Assuta Medical Center in Rishon Lezion, as the biological parents of a baby have been located following a series of DNA tests and court hearings.

By AVICHAY CHAIM
08/03/2024

High step counts can help women avoid complications in childbirth, Israeli study reveals

The study showed that women who walked more than 3,000 steps a day needed an epidural less than women who walked less during their pregnancies.

Israel's mental health infrastructure must be fortified to assist those treating trauma

Israel’s mental health therapists, including psychologists, psychotherapists, and social workers, are going above and beyond to help. But there are too few of them.

By MARK SABAG
29/02/2024

Shortening wait times for medical care - opinion

Patients can substantially advance their appointments and receive speedy and professional medical treatment, and doctors don’t need to sit idly in their clinics because of no-shows.

By UZI BITAN
26/02/2024

1 out of 4 Israelis used addictive substances since Oct. 7

A recent report by the Israeli Center for Addiction and Mental Health indicates that two months after the outbreak of the Swords of Iron War, 1 in 4 Israelis uses addictive substances increasingly.

By JOSH ARONSON
25/02/2024

It's the defense budget, stupid

While the Knesset prepares to pass the national budget for 2024, the question of a rising defense budget and dwindling funds for social services are at the top of the agenda.

By SHLOMO SWIRSKI
21/02/2024

Politicized healthcare: Rising harassment of Diaspora Jews in medicine - opinion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion offices (DEI) receive greater attention in academic and professional spaces, leading Jews to worry about whether human rights codes will be weaponized against them

By ANNETTE POIZNER
18/02/2024

Health Ministry to crack down on rising tide of violence in health sector

"We will not overlook this, we will not tolerate any form of violence, and we will continue to act relentlessly to stop this intolerable reality," Health Minister Uriel Busso said.

11/02/2024

‘Eye’ signage placed in operating rooms increases civility among staff

Several unsuccessful interventions have been tried around the world to eliminate poor behavior among surgical teams, including workshops and training sessions; however, the 'eye' signage works.

'Israel unequipped for influx of doctors in 2024': committee chair

Chairman of the committee, MK Oded Forer, said, "The number of immigrants in medical professions who come to Israel in the coming years will increase."

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