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Health · 6d agoTeva and Sanofi Report Positive Results for Gut Disease Drug DuvakitugTeva and Sanofi reported positive results from a Phase 2b trial of Duvakitug, an experimental drug for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The drug showed sustained efficacy and a favorable safety profile in patients who responded to initial treatment. Duvakitug targets the TL1A protein and is now in Phase 3 trials. The collaboration has already generated $1 billion for Teva, with potential for more as development progresses.Health · 7d agoWorkers Can Retain Group Health Insurance After Leaving JobsIsraeli workers leaving their jobs can utilize a "continuity right" to transfer their group health insurance to an individual policy without new medical checks. This provision, effective since 2017, ensures pre-existing conditions remain covered, though individual policies are typically more expensive. Policyholders have a limited window, usually 60 to 180 days, to exercise this right after notification from the insurer. Insurance companies must provide written notice about policy termination and the option to continue coverage.Health · 7d agoWeizmann Institute Study Finds Menopause is a Sharp Transition, Not Gradual DeclineA Weizmann Institute study of over 300 million lab tests from a million women in Israel and the U.S. found that menopause is a sharp bodily transition, not a gradual decline. Dozens of health indicators across multiple systems changed simultaneously around the last menstrual period. These changes, which begin up to 15 years earlier hormonally, are linked to increased disease risk post-menopause. The research suggests a broader window for preventive health measures.Health · 9d agoIsraelis Over 72 Receive Heavily Subsidized Dental CareIsraeli citizens aged 72 and older are eligible for heavily subsidized dental care through their health funds, with services like check-ups and cleanings provided free. Other treatments, such as fillings, root canals, and dentures, have low co-payments, costing 37.60 shekels, 150.40 shekels, and 338.42 shekels respectively. This benefit is universal for those over 72 and is part of the national health basket. The article also details global oral health statistics and options for younger or homebound individuals.Health · 11d agoAstraZeneca Seals Up to $1.5 Billion AI Drug Discovery Deal with InsitroAstraZeneca has signed a major drug discovery deal worth up to $1.5 billion with Insitro, a company co-founded by Israeli scientist Daphne Koller. The agreement focuses on developing new treatments for liver and heart diseases using AI. Insitro will receive an initial $40 million, with further payments tied to development and sales milestones. This collaboration underscores the growing trend of AI integration in pharmaceutical research and development.Health · 13d agoBrainsway Expands US Insurance Coverage for Accelerated Treatment to Over 70 MillionBrainsway has expanded its insurance coverage in the U.S. for its accelerated SWIFT treatment protocol to over 70 million individuals. This marks a significant increase from previous reports and aims to boost the adoption of its non-invasive brain stimulation technology. The company also reported a 35% revenue increase in its second quarter and raised its 2026 financial outlook, alongside presenting positive clinical research findings.Health · 13d agoPsychologist Suspended for Two Years After Falling in Love With PatientPsychologist Maya Naveh has been suspended for two years by the Ministry of Health's disciplinary committee for developing romantic feelings for a patient and continuing therapy. Naveh is appealing the decision, arguing the relationship began only after therapy ended and was consensual. The committee found she severely breached professional and ethical boundaries by continuing treatment while aware of the romantic feelings and failing to maintain distance. Naveh claims the punishment is excessive and unprecedented for such a case, potentially ending her career.Health · 14d agoMedical Malpractice Lawsuit Decided 24 Years LaterIsrael's Supreme Court has finalized a medical malpractice lawsuit from 2002, with President Yitzhak Amit rejecting a final appeal. The case against United Health Kupat Holim and Dr. Yosri Seifi involved allegations of administering an unapproved drug, leading to severe health issues and eventual death. Lower courts found no causal link between the injection and the patient's condition, a decision upheld by the Supreme Court due to the nature of the appeal focusing on factual findings. The plaintiffs' procedural missteps contributed to the case's lengthy resolution, spanning over two decades.Health · 16d agoHealthcare Sector Faces Major Worker Shortage Despite AI AdvancementsThe global healthcare sector faces a critical shortage of millions of workers, driven by aging populations and increased demand for care, a need AI cannot fully meet. The World Health Organization projects an 11 million worker deficit by 2030, with developed nations experiencing the most significant strain. While AI can aid in diagnostics and administrative tasks, human interaction remains essential for direct patient care, rehabilitation, and mental health support. Israel, in particular, is experiencing a shortage of nurses and an increasing demand for elder care, prompting a need for expanded training and improved working conditions.Health · 17d ago · also in 9 newsroomsTeva Pharmaceuticals Stock Soars on Schizophrenia Drug LaunchTeva Pharmaceuticals' stock rose significantly following the FDA approval and detailed launch plans for Voltroza, a new monthly schizophrenia injection. CEO Richard Francis projects combined annual sales of $1.5-$2 billion for Voltroza and Uzedy, with Voltroza priced at $3,950 per injection. The drug offers a convenient alternative to daily pills, though its success hinges on physician adoption and insurance coverage. Significant revenue is anticipated in the latter half of 2027.Health · 17d ago · also in 9 newsroomsTeva Receives FDA Approval for Monthly Schizophrenia InjectionTeva Pharmaceuticals has received FDA approval for WELTRUZA, a new monthly subcutaneous injection for schizophrenia patients. The drug offers improved convenience by eliminating the need for post-injection monitoring and concurrent oral medication. Clinical trials showed WELTRUZA effectively improved symptoms and patient functioning. This approval is a significant step in Teva's strategy to focus on innovative branded drugs, with analysts predicting substantial market potential.Health · 18d ago · also in 1 newsroomTel Aviv University Sees Record Enrollment Amid Surge in Healthcare ProfessionsTel Aviv University will open the academic year with a record 16,657 undergraduate students, a 6.3% increase from last year. A significant surge in demand for therapeutic professions like physiotherapy and social work is driving enrollment, with the university expanding capacity. This trend contrasts with the evolving job market influenced by AI, as therapeutic roles rely heavily on human interaction. The university also noted a recovery in humanities and social sciences enrollment and introduced a special admissions track for wounded IDF soldiers.Health · 24d agoNew mRNA Vaccine Formula Stable for Months at Body TemperatureMIT researchers have created an mRNA vaccine formulation stable for over two months at body temperature and a year at room temperature, potentially eliminating the need for cold chain logistics. The development utilized an AI system to accelerate the stabilization process, and the stable mRNA was tested in a dissolvable microneedle patch.Health · 28d ago · also in 3 newsroomsIsraeli Firm DreamD Receives FDA Approval for Diabetes AppIsraeli company DreamD secured FDA approval for its Modi app, which provides personalized insulin dosage recommendations for type 2 diabetes patients using injections. The app analyzes glucose and insulin data to offer guidance between doctor visits.Health · 31d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Dramatically Expands Medical School Admissions Amid Doctor ShortageIsrael has drastically increased medical school admissions to combat a severe doctor shortage, lowering the applicant-to-spot ratio and aiming to train 2,000 new doctors annually by 2030. This expansion addresses the significant number of Israeli doctors training abroad and those emigrating.Health · 32d ago · also in 1 newsroomSofwave Gains Chinese Market Approval for Non-Invasive Aesthetic TreatmentsSofwave has received marketing approval from China's NMPA for its Sofwave system, enabling the company to enter the significant Chinese market for non-invasive aesthetic treatments. The approval follows a successful clinical trial and will be supported by the company's Chinese distributor, HTDK.Health · 33d agoLaser Eye Surgery Offers Alternative to Costly Multifocal GlassesThe article discusses the high cumulative cost of multifocal glasses, which can reach tens of thousands of shekels over a lifetime, and presents MonoVision laser surgery as a potential one-time alternative. This procedure adjusts each eye for different focal distances, aiming to eliminate the need for multifocal lenses after a thorough patient evaluation and simulation.Health · 38d agoHealth Fund Pays $10,000 After Lawyer Worked Nine Years Without Official TitleA woman who served as a legal advisor for nine years at Clalit Health Services without an official title will receive $10,000 in compensation. The court ruled that while her claims of retaliation were unfounded, Clalit acted in bad faith by maintaining ambiguity about her role.Health · 40d ago · also in 2 newsroomsHealth Budget for Kiryat Shmona to Nearly Triple to $20 MillionIsrael's government is nearly tripling the health budget for Kiryat Shmona to approximately $20 million, enabling its urgent care center to become a 24/7 independent facility with expanded services and staff.Health · 40d agoWeizmann Institute Study Reveals Proteins Differ From DNA BlueprintsA Weizmann Institute study published in Nature reveals that thousands of protein variations in humans do not stem from DNA sequences. These non-genetic protein changes, observed across healthy tissues, suggest environmental factors and cellular processes influence protein function beyond genetic code, impacting disease understanding and personalized medicine.Health · 43d agoLong-Term Melatonin Use Linked to 90% Higher Heart Failure Risk in New StudyA new observational study linked long-term melatonin use to a 90% increased risk of heart failure among insomnia patients, though researchers caution it doesn't prove causation. The findings, based on over 130,000 patient records, highlight potential safety concerns with the popular sleep supplement.Health · 43d agoDeep Breaths May Increase Risk-Taking, New Study SuggestsA new study in Neuron suggests that deep breathing with an extended exhale increases risk-taking by heightening attention to potential rewards, not by reducing sensitivity to losses. Researchers measured brain activity and physiological responses in 41 participants making risky decisions under different breathing conditions.Health · 43d agoChronic Financial Strain Linked to Brain Aging, New Study FindsA new study reveals that chronic financial strain over decades, not isolated incidents, is linked to poorer cognitive function and accelerated brain aging. The research, based on a long-term British cohort, found persistent low income and daily financial stress correlated with worse memory and processing speed, and even brain tissue shrinkage in older age.Health · 43d agoNew Study Challenges Assumptions About Emotion Recognition in Autistic IndividualsA new study published in Molecular Autism challenges the assumption that autistic individuals struggle with emotion recognition. The research found no general deficit and indicated autistic participants were more accurate in identifying emotions of other autistic individuals, supporting the "double empathy theory" of bidirectional communication challenges.Health · 43d agoTHC Drug Significantly Reduces Nightmares in PTSD SufferersA new study in Nature Medicine shows that dronabinol, a synthetic THC drug, significantly reduced nightmares in PTSD patients. Over a third of participants stopped experiencing nightmares entirely after ten weeks of treatment.Health · 43d agoStudy Finds Intergenerational Art Projects Reduce Loneliness But Alter Brain SynchronizationA six-week study involving strangers creating art together found that loneliness decreased and social connection increased in all participants. However, brain synchronization patterns differed, with same-generation pairs showing increased synchronization and intergenerational pairs showing decreased synchronization, suggesting different relationship dynamics.Health · 43d agoOzempic and Wegovy Benefits Tied to Dosage, Not Just Weight Loss, Studies SuggestNew studies suggest that the benefits of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are more strongly linked to the dosage received than to the amount of weight lost. These findings, observed across mental, cardiovascular, and liver health, indicate that higher doses may offer advantages independent of weight reduction, prompting discussions about treatment decisions and cost.Health · 44d agoFrom Snake Venom to Billions: How Toxins Became Life-Saving DrugsWhile venom from creatures like Gila monsters and snakes has been transformed into multi-billion dollar drugs for conditions like diabetes and heart disease, the treatment for venomous bites remains largely unchanged since the late 19th century. This disparity highlights a market failure where life-saving antivenom production is economically unviable for populations in developing nations, prompting research into new, AI-driven and antibody-based treatments.Health · 44d agoNew Study Identifies 24 Harmful Prescription Drug Sequences in AdultsA new BMJ study identified 24 common and potentially harmful prescription cascades in adults, where one drug treats the side effect of another. The research, based on Ontario, Canada data, highlights the need for better communication between doctors and patients about medication sequences.Health · 44d agoFinnish Study Links More Screen Time to Better Cognitive Processing in TeensA Finnish study of 260 children over eight years found that more screen time was linked to better cognitive processing in adolescence, challenging previous assumptions. Researchers emphasize the importance of the activities performed during screen time, not just the duration, and caution that the findings show correlation, not causation.Health · 44d agoEarly Statins May Lower Dementia Risk in Type 2 Diabetes PatientsA Danish study of over 132,000 type 2 diabetes patients found that starting statins within one year of diagnosis was associated with a 15% lower risk of dementia over ten years. Researchers suggest early intervention may be key, though they caution the observational study cannot prove causation.Health · 44d agoStudy Questions Link Between Bedroom Light and Health IssuesA new analysis questions the common explanation that bedroom light harms health by suppressing melatonin, arguing that closed eyelids block most light and other mechanisms may be involved. While acknowledging potential harm from light, the article highlights measurement inconsistencies, individual sensitivity variations, and confounding factors in observational studies, suggesting daytime light and nighttime timing are more critical.Health · 44d agoSemaglutide Linked to Lower Psychiatric Hospitalization Risk in Bipolar Disorder StudyA Swedish study of nearly 15,000 bipolar disorder patients found that semaglutide use was associated with a 21% decrease in psychiatric hospitalizations. Researchers suggest potential neuroprotective effects, but stress the need for controlled trials to confirm causality.Health · 44d agoLargest Genetic Study Links 1,260 Variants to Human Personality TraitsThe largest-ever genetic study on personality, involving over a million people, identified 1,260 genetic variants linked to traits but found they explain only about 13% of personality differences. Researchers caution that individual personality cannot be predicted from genetics alone, despite correlations with life outcomes.Health · 44d agoLawyer Awarded $10,000 After Suing Health Provider for $130,000A former Clalit Health Services employee was awarded 38,000 shekels after suing for 500,000 shekels, alleging bullying and demotion. The court dismissed the bullying claim but awarded compensation for Clalit's lack of transparency and procedural flaws in redefining her role.Health · 44d agoIsraeli-German Study Links Ant Rescue Behavior to Gene ActivityAn Israeli-German study found that ants' willingness to rescue trapped colony mates is determined by differences in gene activity in their nervous systems, not physical traits. The research identified specific genes more active in ants that performed rescues, particularly in brain regions associated with learning and scent processing.Health · 44d agoIsraeli Health Funds Offer Varied Coverage for Fitness and Nutrition ServicesIsraeli health funds offer diverse plans for fitness and nutrition services, with varying co-payments, session limits, and waiting periods. Coverage ranges from in-home personal training and nutrition consultations to group classes and fitness assessments.Health · 44d agoNational Insurance Disability Assessments Significantly Higher Than Health Fund EvaluationsA State Comptroller's report found that Israel's National Insurance Institute assigns significantly higher dependency levels to the elderly compared to health funds, leading to increased costs and benefit payouts. The institute is now reviewing its assessment methods, which largely rely on documents rather than in-person evaluations.Health · 44d agoNighttime Light Exposure Linked to Heart Structure Changes in New StudyA study found that sleeping with more than three lux of light, equivalent to a dim phone screen, is linked to measurable changes in heart structure and increased long-term risks of heart failure, stroke, and cardiovascular death. Researchers suggest simple measures like blackout curtains and removing phones from bedrooms can mitigate these risks.Health · 45d agoSnake Venom Antidote Found Within Rattlesnakes Offers Potent ProtectionResearchers have discovered that proteins found in the blood of rattlesnakes are up to ten times more effective than current antivenom at neutralizing venom. This breakthrough could lead to a more efficient and scalable treatment for snakebites worldwide.Health · 45d agoStudy Links ADHD to Significantly Higher Digestive Issues RiskA large-scale review of over 1.9 million people found a significant association between ADHD and digestive issues, including a doubled risk of constipation and a fourfold increase in encopresis. Researchers suggest further study is needed to understand the link, which may involve biological, behavioral, or medication-related factors.Health · 50d agoCosmetic Procedures Surge Among Americans Over 60Americans over 60 are driving a significant increase in cosmetic procedures, with a 24% rise in treatments for those 66 and older in 2025. This trend is fueled by the aging Baby Boomer generation's financial resources and active lifestyles, alongside the impact of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic. Both U.S. and Israeli companies in the aesthetics market are experiencing growth, though competition remains fierce.Health · 53d ago · also in 8 newsroomsIsraeli Health Ministry Report Reveals Wide Doctor Salary Gaps, Impending RetirementsA new Israeli Ministry of Finance report reveals significant salary disparities among healthcare professionals, especially doctors, with top earners making over six times more than the lowest earners. The report also highlights an impending wave of retirements among specialists and calls for better oversight of supplementary pay structures.Health · 53d agoNational Insurance Medical Committees: Zoom vs. In-Person AssessmentsMedical committees for Israel's National Insurance Institute are increasingly offered via Zoom, raising concerns about their effectiveness in assessing functional capacity versus relying solely on documents. Experts advise policyholders to carefully consider if a remote assessment can accurately represent their condition, especially when physical or mental functioning is central to the claim, and to request in-person meetings when necessary.Health · 54d ago · also in 14 newsroomsTeva Reports Positive Phase 2a Trial Results for Celiac Disease Drug CandidateTeva Pharmaceuticals has reported positive Phase 2a trial results for its celiac disease drug candidate, TEV-'408, which significantly reduced gluten-induced intestinal damage. The company is also developing the drug for vitiligo and has secured significant funding for its advancement.