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Israeli doctors saved a girl from leg amputation
Complications from a leg fracture that 26-year-old Amila from the Palestinian Authority suffered as a teenager threatened her with amputation. The last hope for the girl, whom doctors in her homeland could not help, became Israeli doctors. Relying on their extensive experience and access to the latest technologies…
Learn moreDouble Blow: Scientists Find New Way to Combat Cancer
A drug compound developed by specialists at Johns Hopkins University, which blocks glutamine metabolism, is capable of slowing tumour growth, altering its microenvironment structure, and stimulating the production of resilient and highly active anti-tumour lymphocytes.
Learn moreBreast cancer can be detected long before symptoms appear
Scientists have discovered that breast cancer can be successfully detected several years before any symptoms manifest through a simple blood test. The results of this important study, which could enhance early diagnosis of breast tumours and improve treatment effectiveness, were presented at a recent conference of the National Cancer Research Institute.
Learn moreA Simple Blood Test Will Make Lung Cancer Diagnosis More Effective
An Israeli-British team of scientists has developed a new method for diagnosing lung cancer that, they say, will allow for the detection of one of the most dangerous forms of oncology much more effectively than existing methods. This involves a simple blood test based on DNA repair indicators. Specifically…
Learn moreThe Ichilov Clinic Opens a State-of-the-Art Institute of Cell Therapy
Last week, the Ichilov Medical Center in Tel Aviv officially opened the Institute of Cell Therapy, which will allow cancer patients at the hospital to receive innovative treatment. Its construction took several years and cost the state nearly two million dollars.
Learn moreIsraeli chatbot can diagnose early stages of Alzheimer's disease
The chatbot, which is still in the testing phase, is based on the understanding that before affecting memory, Alzheimer's disease negatively impacts the so-called brain orientation system.
Learn moreA New Drug Shows Promising Results in the Treatment of Lung and Kidney Cancer
The first of its kind drug for the treatment of oncological diseases, pegilodecakin, has shown positive results regarding safety and the potential to become a new therapeutic option for patients with non-small cell lung cancer and kidney cancer.
Learn moreThyroid Gland Removal in Israel Without Scars
The Ichilov clinic in Tel Aviv has implemented an advanced technique for thyroidectomy – the removal of the thyroid gland, the main advantage of which is the complete absence of any incisions, and therefore, scars on the skin of the neck. This new approach not only achieves an excellent cosmetic result of the surgery but also shortens the rehabilitation period and the patient's stay in the hospital.
Learn moreAn Artificial Intelligence Will Monitor Patients at Ichilov Clinic
In one of the largest Israeli clinics – the Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv – testing of a new experimental patient monitoring system has begun. The technology, which uses cameras and special sensors to collect data and artificial intelligence to analyze it, is hoped to solve the problem of medical staff shortages and save many lives.
Learn moreIsraeli Scientists Find Way to Prevent Melanoma Metastasis to the Brain
A group of researchers from the medical school at Tel Aviv University discovered the mechanism by which melanoma cells – the most dangerous type of skin cancer – infiltrate the brain, forming metastases. In an experiment on mice, they managed to block this mechanism, halting the process of cancer spreading to the brain.
Learn moreNew Technology Allows for Scarless Breast Tumour Removal
At the leading Israeli clinic Ichilov, an innovative technology has been developed and successfully tested that prevents scar formation after surgical removal of tumours in patients with breast cancer. A recently completed study conducted in the dermatology department of the medical center showed that the use of two types of lasers significantly minimizes tissue scarring after breast tumour removal surgery.
Learn moreA New Type of MRI for Early Detection of Alzheimer's Disease Invented in Israel
Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a new magnetic resonance imaging technique that will allow for the creation of a "molecular map" of the brain. This will enable doctors to compare brain scan results of patients taken at different times, identifying differences between healthy and damaged tissues without invasive or dangerous procedures.
Learn morePersonalized Antibiotic Prescribing Will Help in the Fight Against Superbugs
Israeli researchers have developed machine learning algorithms that allow for the selection of the antibiotic optimal for a specific patient and their condition. They hope that personalized and accurate prescribing of antimicrobial agents will help combat the growing threat of antibiotic resistance.
Learn moreIn Israel, the C-Scan Capsule for Colorectal Cancer Screening Successfully Tested
The Israeli diagnostic company Check-Cap, which develops and manufactures C-Scan, the first and only "smart" capsule for the prevention of colorectal cancer through timely detection of precancerous polyps, recently reported positive results from a study evaluating the clinical effectiveness and safety of the new screening method.
Learn moreWithout Pills: A New Device for Pain Relief Created in Israel
More and more people are looking for new ways to cope with pain that do not involve taking painkillers. Their demand can be met by the new device Alfa Plus, invented and manufactured in Israel. This portable device is designed for home use and effectively addresses various types of pain by improving local blood circulation.
Learn moreFibromyalgia Will Be Diagnosed by Blood Test
Researchers in a new study have found a way to accurately diagnose fibromyalgia and differentiate it from other similar pathological conditions. By using blood samples from patients and innovative techniques, they discovered a unique 'molecular fingerprint' characteristic only to this disease.
Learn moreRadiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer Without Consequences: A New Method Available in Israel
In Israel, an innovative biodegradable gel has begun to be used in radiation therapy for prostate tumours. It significantly reduces the negative impact of radiation on healthy organs and increases the effectiveness of treatment. The emergence of this revolutionary medical product is particularly important for patients at high risk of developing complications after radiation exposure.
Learn moreA New Method for Early Diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease Has Been Developed in Israel
In a recent study published in the scientific journal Acta Neuropathologica, researchers discovered a new method for the early detection of Parkinson's disease. It allows tracking the initial stages of accumulation in the brain of specific proteins closely associated with the onset and development of this neurodegenerative disease.
Learn moreIsraeli ophthalmologist restores vision for family with rare genetic disease
A woman and her two sons, the youngest of whom is only five years old, faced complete blindness due to pathological lens displacement caused by a rare genetic disease. A renowned Israeli ophthalmologist, skilled in the latest microsurgical techniques, was able to solve the problem…
Learn moreIn Israel, a diagnostic test has been developed that will stop the growth of superbugs
Israeli startup Nanosynex is working on a new approach that will help doctors prescribe antibiotics more accurately based on the type of pathogen, and will reduce the growth and spread of antibiotic-resistant deadly bacteria.
Learn moreThe Most Promising Israeli Developments in Biomedicine
Last week, the annual international exhibition-conference MIXiii-Biomed took place in Tel Aviv, where companies from around the world presented their medical and biological developments. Unique biomedical devices and technologies for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment were showcased by Israeli startups as well...
Learn moreIn Israel, a woman's arm was saved with the help of a 3D-printed bone prosthesis
In Israel, a complex reconstructive surgery was performed, during which an elderly woman's shoulder integrity was restored using a custom titanium implant created through three-dimensional printing technologies. The intervention was necessary after the removal of a malignant tumour from the scapula.
Learn moreBones from Fat: Israeli Doctors Test Revolutionary Method for Bone Tissue Restoration
Israeli doctors have tested a new technology for creating bone transplants developed by their compatriots from the biotechnology company Bonus BioGroup. With this technology, bone material for the patient can be grown in the laboratory from stem cells obtained from their own fat…
Learn moreNew Discovery Will Help Save People with Lung Cancer
Israeli doctors are constantly improving the quality and reliability of cancer diagnostics.
Learn moreIsraeli Scientists Have Developed a New Method for 3D Printing Tablets
Scientists from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have devised an innovative technology for three-dimensional printing of medications. It significantly enhances the effectiveness of drugs by increasing their bioavailability and tailoring them to the needs of individual patients. This technology will be another major step…
Learn moreMiracles Are Possible – A 3D-Printed Skull Successfully Transplanted to a Patient
Not long ago, ordinary penicillin was discovered, without which thousands of people perished. And today, exclamations of surprise and delight are directed at scientists and doctors who create prosthetics using 3D printers.
Learn moreThe Latest Technologies in Breast Cancer Therapy
Medical technologies are constantly improving. David Waintrit, the founder of the National Breast Center, believes that patients are not always aware of the innovations that help doctors fight breast cancer, which can significantly improve healing prognosis. He believes that patients should understand what treatment methods oncologists can use, as patient awareness will allow them not to fear the diagnosis and hope for an optimal therapy outcome.
Learn moreA New Era in Transplantology
Israeli doctors successfully transplanted lab-grown bone to a patient.
Learn moreResearchers Discover Unusual Effect of Antidepressants
Blocking one enzyme can stop the spread of metastases.
Learn moreThe wife of Nikolai Karachentsov spoke about her husband's success in fighting cancer in Israel
The phrase "true medical miracle" is most often associated with Israel, and there is a logical explanation for this. It is in the Promised Land that even patients for whom domestic medicine has proven powerless get a chance for recovery. Recently, Nikolai Karachentsov experienced this firsthand...
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