Illness

UK lawmakers to make fresh attempt to legalize assisted dying as public support for move rises

The government is neutral on the legislation, meaning politicians can vote according to their conscience rather than along party lines.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2026|ByREUTERS

A patient suffering from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is treated an the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). May 6, 2020

President Isaac Herzog meets with "Wish Kid" Arbel Rot at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, August 11, 2026.

Isaac Herzog meets with 'Make-A-Wish' child who wished to know the feeling of being president

After the visit, Arbel Rot was given a tour of the Knesset, followed by a family vacation in Jerusalem, according to Make-A-Wish Israel.

AUGUST 16, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Lettuce is displayed for sale, amid reports of slumping consumer confidence in lettuce and other fresh produce during the current cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands across the US, at a grocery store in Washington, DC, US, July 24, 2026.

CDC expands largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states - report

US cyclosporiasis cases have reached record levels this year, with the current epidemic among the largest foodborne illness outbreaks in recent US history.

AUGUST 5, 2026|ByREUTERS

US FDA says it is investigating another cyclosporiasis outbreak

The agency's announcement on Wednesday adds to the growing number of cyclosporiasis cases reported across the US Midwest, including Michigan and four other states.

JULY 23, 2026|ByREUTERS

A deadly snail is threatening Florida residents' health. Here's how

In the 1960s, it took $1 million and 10 years to eradicate. In 2010, a second infestation took another decade and $23 million to eradicate. Now, the deadly snail is back.

JULY 9, 2022ByREUTERS

Giant African Snail (Achatina (Lissachatina) fulica Bowdich) photographed August 4, 2001 crossing concrete patio in Kāne'ohe, O'ahu, Hawai'i by Eric Guinther

Tips to build resilience when serious illness strikes the family

Here you'll find tips for supporting children – which by the way are also useful for grown-ups

MAY 28, 2022ByNAOMI COLEMAN

Why did Lodz Ghetto Jews hardly suffer chronic disease? Nazi records have hints

Nazi doctors’ records hint why Jews in the Lodz Ghetto 80 years ago hardly got cancer, heart attacks and diabetes.

MAY 8, 2022ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH

Israel prepares to face Hepatitis wave in children seen in Europe

Europe is facing a wave of Hepatitis in children, and Israel is preparing for the worst. There's only one problem: No one knows where it's coming from.

APRIL 19, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Hepatitis A virus (HVA) causes acute inflammation of the liver and is the most common of all forms of viral hepatitis

Make-A-Wish announces their 1000 NFT's for 1000 4 wishes

The project combines the newest and most progressive technology of NFT's, with a great cause to help grant 1000 wishes to children with critical illness.

APRIL 4, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Board Member Roy Nissany, Dvir Benedek- Chairman, Lior Helfon- board member, Neta Alchiister Ambassador of Make-A-Wish Israel, Denise Bar-Aharon Co-Chair and CEO

COVID-19 restrictions lowered death rates for other illnesses, says study

A Canadian study examined the impact face masks, social distancing and other mandated restrictions had on respiratory illnesses besides COVID-19.

MARCH 13, 2022BySHIRA SILKOFF

Cars line up at a drive-through COVID-19 testing center in Ganey Taaruha Tel Aviv, on January 3, 2022.

Study finds brain changes similarly to Alzheimer’s following COVID-19 infection

Many people don’t understand the long-term effects of COVID-19 and prefer to catch it and get it over with, yet a new small study gives the best reason to stay away from the virus.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022ByWALLA!