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Health · 3d agoSleep Apnea Treatment Paradoxically Causes Weight Gain in Some PatientsA new study by Professor Ariel Tarasiuk reveals that treating sleep apnea can paradoxically cause weight gain in some patients by altering appetite-regulating hormones and creating a persistent metabolic "memory." While sleep apnea itself may burn more calories, patients compensate by overeating, a habit that persists even after treatment. However, 30%-40% of patients actually lose weight after treatment, and emerging obesity drugs like GLP-1 agonists may offer a dual solution for weight and sleep apnea.Health · 9d agoShaare Zedek CEO Leads Hospital's Growth After Trauma Unit and Field Hospital CommandThe CEO of Shaare Zedek Medical Center, who previously commanded IDF field hospitals and managed the hospital's trauma unit, is now leading its expansion. Appointed during the COVID-19 pandemic, he has navigated significant budget challenges and secured a $200 million donation from WhatsApp founder Yan Koum for a new tower. The hospital plans to grow from 1,000 to 1,800 beds, serving Jerusalem's diverse population.Health · 11d ago · also in 3 newsroomsHaifa Committee Approves Rambam Hospital Expansion PlanHaifa's Local Planning and Building Committee has advanced a plan to nearly double the number of beds at Rambam Health Care Campus, increasing capacity from 976 to 1,875. The expansion will enlarge the hospital's footprint and built area, adding new facilities and incorporating adjacent residential land. The project, aimed at enhancing Rambam's role as a major regional medical center, still requires further approvals from the District Planning and Building Committee.Health · 15d agoBrain Researcher Develops New Attention Metric Linked to Mental HealthProfessor Nava Levit-Binnun is developing a new metric to measure attention, linking it directly to mental health and the ability to cope with anxiety and depression. Her research, funded by a significant grant, uses EEG to quantify attention flexibility, showing it's inversely correlated with mental health issues. She advocates for mindfulness practices to train attention, suggesting these skills are vital for both personal well-being and societal problem-solving in an increasingly distracting world.Health · 16d agoGrand Family Donates $25 Million to Technion for Healthy Aging ResearchThe Grand family has donated $25 million to the Technion for a new center dedicated to healthy aging research. The Nancy and Steven Grand Center for Healthy Aging will bring together experts from various disciplines to study aging mechanisms and develop interventions. The donation will also fund a long-term study of 1,000 adults and a new graduate program in aging research. The family has a history of significant philanthropy towards Israeli academic institutions.Health · 21d ago · also in 2 newsroomsSheba Medical Center Launches Major Study on Ovaries and AgingSheba Medical Center researchers have secured a $6 million grant for a three-year study on ovarian function and its impact on aging. The OASIS study will examine 650 women to understand how ovarian changes influence health span, challenging the view of ovaries as solely fertility-related. Led by Professors Lauren Patrik and Dr. Abigail Goshen, the research aims to identify early aging markers and potential interventions. The study is driven by increasing public interest and a recognized gap in understanding women's specific aging processes.Health · 23d agoHealth Ministry Admits Surge in Complaints Over Extended Wait Times Post-ReformThe Israeli Ministry of Health has admitted to a significant rise in complaints about extended wait times for child development services following a new reform. Director-General Moshe Bar Siman Tov reportedly stated that wait times are no longer relevant, contradicting earlier assurances. Members of Knesset are demanding explanations for the ministry's failure to provide data and its stance on the issue.Health · 25d agoGlobal Pharma Giant Becomes One, Opens Israeli BranchGlobal biopharmaceutical company BeOne, formerly BeiGene, valued at $45 billion, is opening a direct marketing branch in Israel. The company, which originated in China but has since internationalized, aims to expand its presence in the Israeli market. This move comes as Israel also advances its national program to bolster clinical research and trials. Meanwhile, a new study links nighttime eating to increased liver disease risk, and Israeli biotech firm Nano24 announced promising results for its ARDS treatment.Health · 29d ago · also in 10 newsroomsHadassah Hospital Establishes Medical Center in CyprusHadassah Hospital has opened a new medical center in Limassol, Cyprus, in partnership with a local group, marking the first time an Israeli hospital has branded a foreign facility. The venture aims to strengthen Israel-Cyprus relations and potentially boost medical tourism. Despite past financial challenges, Hadassah seeks to enhance its prestige and income through this international expansion. President Herzog hailed the opening as a significant new chapter in bilateral partnership.Health · 30d ago · also in 8 newsroomsIsrael Unveils National Plan to Address Medical Workforce Shortages by 2035Israel's Ministry of Health has launched a national workforce plan to ensure sufficient doctors in all specialties and equitable geographical distribution by 2035. The plan aims to increase medical student intake to 2,000 annually and uses incentives to guide doctors into priority fields. By 2035, the number of physicians is projected to grow by 57%, with specific targets set for increasing specialists in various fields. The initiative also seeks to address disparities in specialist availability across different regions of the country.Health · 31d agoWestern Medicine Begins to Grasp the Importance of a Newly Identified Body StructureScientists, led by Dr. Neil Theis, claim to have identified a new organ, the interstitium, a network of fluid-filled connective tissue spaces that function as a transport and communication system. This discovery, though debated, suggests the interstitium may play a role in disease spread, including cancer metastasis, and could link Western and traditional Chinese medicine. Researchers like Professor Alon Friedman and Dr. Afif Saida are exploring its implications for various health conditions and rehabilitation, with ongoing studies seeking to validate these potential connections.Health · 31d agoIsraeli Study Links Weight-Loss Drugs to Higher Post-Surgery Infection RiskA new Israeli study indicates that patients using weight-loss drugs like those in the GLP-1 family may have a higher risk of post-surgery infections. Researchers found a higher infection rate in patients who lost weight via medication compared to those who had bariatric surgery, suggesting potential nutritional deficiencies as a cause. The study calls for further research into specific patient preparation and monitoring. In business news, Nextage is merging with Prof. Chaim Bernholtz's companies to develop new drug delivery technologies, while Caribou Biosciences is seeking a buyer due to funding issues.Health · 32d agoLawmaker Demands Review of Child Development Reform After ReportMK Limor Son Har Melech has demanded a review of the child development reform after a Globes report revealed that the Director-General of the Ministry of Health, Moshe Bar Siman Tov, believes waiting times are no longer relevant. The reform, implemented on February 1st, aims to bolster public healthcare services. However, the ministry has failed to provide monthly waiting time data as previously mandated. Son Har Melech is calling for immediate data release, clarification on the reform's goals, and an assessment of its continued implementation.Health · 32d agoIsraeli Health Funds Report: Clalit's Market Share Declines Amid Rising CostsA Ministry of Health report shows Clalit, Israel's largest health fund, saw its market share slightly decline in 2025, while Maccabi and Meuhedet gained members. Clalit attributes this to demographic shifts and continues to insure the largest number of Israelis. The report also details a significant reduction in Clalit's deficit and highlights a rise in government support for all health funds, reaching 4.6 billion shekels in 2025, alongside increasing healthcare costs, particularly for medications.Health · 32d ago · also in 1 newsroomBillionaire Steve Levin Donates $30 Million to Hebrew University to Boost Medical EducationAmerican-Jewish philanthropist Steve Levin has donated $30 million to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem to expand its medical program and establish an advanced medical education center. The initiative aims to address the global physician shortage by doubling student capacity and enhancing training with digital tools and AI monitoring. The donation is part of a larger $250 million plan to bolster the medical faculty. Levin, chairman of OSI Group, also expressed interest in lowering food prices in Israel and criticized European sentiment against the country.Health · 33d agoIsrael's Health Ministry Reform Fails to Shorten Child Development Wait TimesIsrael's Ministry of Health reform, launched in February 2026 to improve child development services, has failed to reduce wait times for therapy, with the ministry withholding data. Director-General Moshe Bar Siman Tov admitted he doesn't expect wait times to shorten, contradicting earlier promises. Despite allocated funds to boost public sector therapists, many continue private practice due to low pay and part-time roles. A High Court petition to halt the reform was dismissed, while critics decry "appallingly long" waits.Health · 34d ago · also in 5 newsroomsProfessor Yitzhak Berlovich, Former Health Ministry Official and Hospital CEO, Dies at 77Professor Yitzhak (Berlo) Berlovich, a prominent figure in Israel's healthcare system, passed away at 77. He served as CEO of Wolfson Medical Center and Deputy Director-General of the Ministry of Health, playing a key role in drafting major health legislation. Remembered for his wisdom and collaborative approach, Berlovich was credited with saving Wolfson Medical Center from closure. Even after retiring, he remained active in healthcare advocacy and authored a book on recovery from illness.Health · 36d ago · also in 9 newsroomsTeva Stock Surges After FDA Approves New Monthly Schizophrenia InjectionTeva's stock surged nearly 4.5% in early Wall Street trading after receiving FDA approval for WELTRUZA, a new monthly injectable treatment for schizophrenia. The drug has shown significant improvements in clinical trials for adult patients. Teva will host an investor call today, and the company's market valuation reached $47.8 billion.Health · 38d agoGrail Cancer Test Nears FDA Approval Amidst Reimbursement QuestionsGrail's blood test for detecting over 50 cancer types has received a positive recommendation from an FDA advisory committee, nearing approval. The test, which advanced detection from stage 4 to 3 in trials, faces questions about insurance reimbursement. Meanwhile, Israeli company PolyPid terminated a European marketing deal but secured a more favorable U.S. agreement. Two new Israeli deep-tech incubators and a grant for rapid diagnostic test development were also announced.Health · 43d agoIsraeli Professor Mousa Youdim Seeks Next Alzheimer's BreakthroughProfessor Mousa Youdim, an 86-year-old Israeli biochemist, is pursuing new treatments for Alzheimer's disease, building on his previous success developing a Parkinson's drug that earned billions for Teva. He is exploring lithium and other multi-action drug candidates through his company, Youdim Pharma, while also emphasizing lifestyle factors for cognitive health.Health · 46d ago · also in 19 newsroomsHealth Ministry Shuts Down Private Tel Aviv Hospital Over Patient Safety ConcernsIsrael's Ministry of Health has shut down the private Medika hospital in Tel Aviv after a surprise inspection revealed serious patient safety risks, including unauthorized medical procedures and systemic failures. The ministry is considering personal sanctions against staff.Health · 50d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Faces Doctor Shortage Despite Increased Medical School AdmissionsIsrael is increasing medical school admissions to combat a doctor shortage, with new programs opening and more students accepted annually. However, challenges remain, including stringent admission criteria, difficulties for those studying abroad, and the emigration of experienced physicians, alongside complex salary structures and working conditions.Health · 51d agoMenopause Becomes Major Focus of Health, Business and Public DiscourseMenopause is transitioning from a taboo subject to a significant focus in health, business, and public discourse globally and in Israel. A growing industry offers treatments and products, while workplaces are adapting policies to support employees experiencing menopause. Medical understanding and services are expanding, though challenges like doctor shortages and product commercialization persist.Health · 55d agoLeading Longevity Researcher Nir Barzilai Aims to Conquer Aging BiologyProfessor Nir Barzilai, a leading aging researcher, believes aging is a biological process that causes disease and is exploring ways to slow it down. His research on centenarians suggests a genetic component to healthy aging, and he is investigating drugs like metformin and GLP-1 agonists as potential interventions to extend healthy lifespan.Health · 59d agoHeart Disease Drug Trials Face Setbacks Amidst Longevity Industry BoomMajor pharmaceutical companies like Novartis and Novo Nordisk have faced setbacks in clinical trials for new heart disease drugs targeting factors like LP(a) cholesterol and inflammation. These failures, despite reducing biological markers, did not lower heart attack rates, raising questions about scientific understanding and increasing the difficulty and cost of developing new cardiovascular treatments. However, ongoing research in areas like gene therapy, improved medical devices, and better patient adherence offers continued hope for advancing heart health.Health · 62d agoSheba Medical Center Unveils Ambitious 'City of Health' TransformationSheba Medical Center is undertaking a major "City of Health" project to modernize its campus, integrate with the community, and enhance patient care. The initiative includes creating green spaces, commercial areas, improved public transport links, and advanced medical facilities, funded partly by land sales and philanthropic contributions.Health · 65d ago · also in 3 newsroomsEli Lilly Launches Weight-Loss Pill in Israel, Ahead of Novo NordiskEli Lilly is launching its weight-loss pill Pounaduo in Israel on September 15, ahead of competitor Novo Nordisk. The drug will be available by prescription with prices ranging from 691 to 1,146 shekels, and may be subsidized by health organizations.Health · 66d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Faces Doctor Exodus: Study Reveals Alarming Departure TrendsA Tel Aviv University study found 1,369 doctors have left Israel since 2023, with a notable increase in experienced physicians. The findings have sparked political debate and concerns about the aging medical workforce.Health · 66d agoIsraeli Researcher Develops Potential Drug for Alzheimer's and DepressionIsraeli researcher Professor Orly Lazarov is developing a potential drug that targets neurogenesis to treat both Alzheimer's disease and depression. Her work also explores links between Alzheimer's, diabetes, and Down syndrome, while questioning the efficacy of current amyloid-beta-focused treatments.Health · 67d ago · also in 15 newsroomsIsrael Mandates Iodine Fortification in Table Salt to Combat DeficiencyIsrael's Ministry of Health will mandate the fortification of table salt with iodine to address widespread deficiencies identified in children and pregnant women. This measure, already common globally, aims to prevent developmental and cognitive issues linked to low iodine levels.More from Globes