Cancer
Revolution Medicines gets FDA approval for targeted pancreatic cancer drug
Revolution said the drug is now available in the United States at $39,800 for a 30-day supply. The company added that it would make assistance available as well.
Ex-Labor Party chair Shelly Yachimovich reveals months-long battle with pancreatic cancer
Jerusalem hospital performs first-ever alpha radiation treatment for recurring brain tumors
Pamela Laufer-Ukeles returns to tennis after 20 years and a battle with breast cancer
Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek dies at 48 after battle with cancer
In 2024, Van Der Beek announced his colorectal cancer diagnosis after it was discovered during a routine colonoscopy the year before.
Court bars Gazan child in West Bank from entering Israel for life-saving treatment
The court decision noted that the child's doctors in Ramallah had been in contact with Tel Hashomer Hospital, whose practitioners expressed willingness to treat the child.
The future is already here: Cancerous tumors removed using 3D technology
Ichilov Hospital has adopted the tools of In3D to integrate 3D and virtual reality for the planning and training of complex surgeries.
Music world mourns Matti Caspi, towering figure in Israeli culture, after cancer battle
The family said in a statement, “With aching hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved husband and dear father. The light of our lives has gone out.”
Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down dies nine months after cancer disclosure at 47
Arnold said in a May 2025 social media video that he had been diagnosed with advanced-stage clear cell renal carcinoma that had spread to one of his lungs.
Facing the reality slap: coping when life doesn’t go as planned - opinion
The concept of the reality slap spoke to me as soon as I read the line “a serious illness.” It has since helped provide context as to why the last year has been so tough for me.
Israel's oncology systems near 'breaking point' as patient numbers increase
Israel's cancer treatment systems continue to develop, but increasing patient numbers and a lack of manpower leave the industry at a breaking point.
New study points to genetic ‘Achilles’ Heel’ in cancer cells
Researchers explained to TPS-IL that the same genetic machinery that allows tumors to grow at extremely high speed may also damage their DNA, exposing new vulnerabilities for future treatments.
LEM laboratory marks milestone in HPV screening as Israel pushes earlier cervical cancer detection
Mor Institute Group and Clalit-affiliated lab says its HPV molecular test identifies 14 high-risk strains, with a self-sampling option expected across the country.
Israeli hospital's 'groundbreaking' studies could lessen treatments, reduce prostate cancer risks
A groundbreaking study at Rabin Medical Center suggests prostate cancer patients may need only two radiation doses, potentially revolutionizing treatment.
