Heart attack

Although it is a male disease, twice as many women who suffer from it – die. How is that possible?

About 20,000 people suffer a heart attack every year in Israel, most of them men, but the rate among women is steadily rising. And the most surprising part – they also die more.

About 20,000 people suffer a heart attack every year in Israel
 Illustrative photo shows various medicine pills in their original packaging

Does a common heart attack pill help everyone? Studies disagree

Hulk Hogan, professional entertainer and wrestler, gestures on Day 4 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US, July 18, 2024; illustrative.

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, 71, dies from cardiac arrest

Captain Arben Anamali

Albanian captain dies while rescuing two Israelis at risk of drowning


New Israeli study links poor hydration to increase heart failure risk

Many don't consume enough water on regular days, even when it's cold, and as a result could have a higher risk of heart failure and high blood pressure (hypertension).

 Water faucet, illustration

Choosing health: Why you should live a healthy lifestyle even if you're unwell - opinion

It's too easy to say it's all genes, but personal decisions impact health.

 Study reveals heart has ‘sweet taste’ receptors. Illustration.

Post-Bennett heart attack: Warning signs and first aid treatment until MDA arrives

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett underwent Catheterization at Meir Medical Center after suffering a heart attack during physical activity.

Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett donates blood in memory of Sgt. First Class Yona Betzalel Brief, March 27, 2025.

Emaciated hostages were 'weeks away' from cardiac arrest, security source says

Three Israeli hostages were released in critical condition, after severe starvation, and facing extreme abuse, a security source said.

 From left to right: Former hostages Or Levy, Eli Sharabi, Ohad Ben Ami.

Man saved on El Al flight by medical professional after having heart attack on plane

“I did everything a doctor would do at a time like this,” said Weiss after the incident.

 Prof. Yoram Weiss, director general of the Hadassah Medical Organization saved a man having a heart attack during an El Al flight to Miami.

Irregular sleep patterns increase heart attack and stroke risk by 26%, study finds

Sufficient sleep alone is not enough; having regular sleep periods that do not change much day to day is key to mitigating health risks.

 Irregular sleep patterns increase heart attack and stroke risk by 26%, study finds. Illustration.

Sensor empowers heart failure patients: Groundbreaking Israeli technology

First findings of groundbreaking technology and therapeutic approach developed in Israel published in prestigious European Journal of Heart Failure.


October 7 led to a nation of 'broken heart syndrome', study finds

Israel study finds almost 100% increase in "broken heart syndrome" since October 7 

Family members visit the graves of their loved ones at the military cemetery on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem on April 11, 2021

Since his last heart attack, a secret ambulance has been following Netanyahu's convoy

The ambulance is unmarked, disguised as a civilian Savannah van, and travels at the end of Netanyahu's convoy.

 Benjamin Netanyahu

Plant-based diets act as a natural barrier to dangerous snoring linked to health problems

Snoring and associated health risks can be minimized by adopting a healthier diet.

 A flexitarian diet involves eating more plant-based meals

The medical establishment's role in heart attack rehabilitation - opinion

The third installation of a coach's advice on life after a heart attack.

 Even the coach can have a heart attack