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American oncologist steps in after ship doctor falls ill in hantavirus outbreak

In an interview with ABC News, Dr. Stephen Kornfeld said he quickly realized he was leading the response to the full-blown medical crisis on board the ship.

A person wearing a mask stands aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius at the port of Granadilla de Abona after being affected by a hantavirus outbreak, in Tenerife, Spain, May 10, 2026.
 Illustrative photo shows various medicine pills in their original packaging

Taking too many medications may harm older adults, study warns

Nefesh B’Nefesh co-founders and Aliyah Minister Ofir Sofer

Hundreds of European doctors hoping to make aliyah attend MedEx conference

 Illustration of ISIS terrorists.

Beersheba doctor pledged ISIS loyalty, researched poisons, courts say


Israel finally introduces the 'physician assistant' profession

Graduates will examine patients, present the case to doctors, and perform various referrals and medical procedures to ease the load and shorten waiting times.

 The first class of students in the "physician assistant" program is expected in March 2026. (Illustrative).

West Nile virus in Israel: 32 cases identified, 27 hospitalized

West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne virus that primarily infects birds but can also infect humans, horses, and other animals.

 A micrograph of the West Nile Virus

Cardiologist heading to work at Shaare Zedek saves man with life-threatening clot in his lung

The man was ignored by passersbys, but a doctor on the way to work at Jerusalem's Shaare Zedek Medical Center stopped and assisted the man.

 Shaare Zedek hospital.

Over 8,000 physicians at government hospitals demand halt of water cannons to quell demonstrations

Dr. Zeev Feldman called on Israel Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai to halt the use of the potentially harmful equipment to disperse demonstrations.

 Police use a cannon to spray skunk water, a foul smelling substance, on protesters at a demonstration following a parliament vote on a contested bill that limits Supreme Court powers to void some government decisions, in Jerusalem July 24, 2023

Larry Nussbaum, 77, was a fierce advocate for Israel and the Jews – and an exceptional doctor

Dr. Nussbaum was an accomplished Doctor, as well as a loving husband and father.


Rumors concerning a prime minister's health impact national resilience - opinion

Rumors circulate about the Prime Minister's health, prompting a need for transparency from the Prime Minister's Office. Examining warning signs is vital amid challenging times.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint session of the US Congress in 2015. ‘I am currently experiencing déjà vu,’ says the writer.

With shortage of physicians and only six Israeli medical schools, three more being planned

“The increasing shortage of doctors is placing the education of doctors in real danger, and it demands a quick response," the organizers said.

 At University of Haifa medical school ceremony on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Israeli doctors threaten to leave country if haredi draft exemption is approved

The inequality caused by haredim not serving in the IDF and proposed lengthening of reservist service is causing doctors to begin leaving Israel.

 Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest against plans for conscription discussed by Israel's High Court in Jerusalem, June 2, 2024

Health Ministry to grant interest-free loans for students to study medicine abroad

Health Minister: "The healthcare system is facing a shortage of medical personnel, and we are investing numerous resources and efforts to cope with the gaps and shortages in professional staff."

Doctors at BGU’s Medical School, Assuta Ashdod (Illustrative).

 Success for Sanolla's smartscope

Sanolla demonstrated 2x sensitivity in diagnosing a cardiac problem in patients with no relevant medical history compared to an acoustic stethoscope.

 Sanolla's founder and CEO, Dr. Doron Adler