public health
- Avi Blizovsky
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An analysis of data from nearly 200 people aged 65 and over found that a high dose of flu vaccine was associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer's, especially in women. * The researchers emphasize that
- Avi Blizovsky
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A global analysis of temperature and humidity from 1950 to 2024 shows that the number of hours during which heat and humidity limit safe daily activity has increased sharply, especially for those aged 65 and over and in hot, vulnerable areas.
- Avi Blizovsky
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A study from Norway warns that marine plastic waste is releasing long-lasting chemicals and heavy metals into freshwater bodies, while cleanup efforts are failing to keep up with the rate of pollution buildup.
- Haifa University
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Dr. Tair Ben-Porat and Prof. Shira Zalbar-Sagi from the University of Haifa explain why the US debate on restricting the purchase of sugary drinks with food stamps reinforces a shift from personal to state responsibility—and what Israel can learn
- Avi Blizovsky
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Exposure to extreme heat is associated with real health risks — heat stroke, worsening of cardiovascular disease, and harm to at-risk populations such as the elderly, children, and outdoor workers.
- Avi Blizovsky
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A new study seeks to highlight a point that worries public health experts: Not only is “average temperature” rising due to the climate crisis, but extreme weather patterns that have already occurred in the past may also return – and when they do
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
Heat waves, high humidity and increasing reliance on cooling towers and air conditioning create a breeding ground for Legionella bacteria, leading to recurrent outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease in New York, Ontario and other areas – a serious health threat
- Avi Blizovsky
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Analysis of more than 4.5 million US survey responses reveals an increase from 5.3% to 7.4% in reporting cognitive disability, with a notable spike among 18–39 year olds and a significant impact of income and education
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
Israeli research reveals that wild plants growing under extreme desert conditions absorb high levels of strontium – offering a natural solution for dealing with nuclear disasters and radioactive fallout
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
International study reveals: Plastic contains more than 16 different chemicals, including thousands of substances that may be harmful to health and the environment. There is something to be done
- The Hebrew University
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Hebrew University-led research offers a new framework for monitoring zoonotic diseases through biologging – and highlights the importance of global collaboration
- Avi Blizovsky
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After executive layoffs, sharp cuts and political influence from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – researchers and doctors try to preserve vaccination guidelines, pregnancy data, dental safety and violence prevention programs
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
Fuel, waste and forest fires cause serious health, environmental and economic damage – from PFAS exposure to heart disease and cancer. Experts warn: We must reduce the use of toxic substances and switch to clean solutions
- The Technion
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How do living bacteria survive inside dust particles carried by desert storms from the Sahara Desert and Egypt to Israel?
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
A 3D model combined with meteorological forecasts provides warnings 5–XNUMX days in advance, helping to rescue vacationers and protect public health — amid the worsening climate crisis
- Avi Blizovsky
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Analysis of six decades of data shows that cholera bacteria and other strains are spreading rapidly due to warming ocean waters and poor sanitation – and the danger is expected to increase
- Avi Blizovsky
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New study warns that the sharp cuts to the NIH and Kennedy's desire to dismantle the body of recommendations for preventive medicine could lead to an increase in morbidity, distrust in the medical establishment, and dependence on expensive and inaccessible medicine
- Science site The Conversation
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The Trump administration has begun dismantling the EPA's research arm – a move that threatens decades of progress in preventing pollution and protecting public health around the world.
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
Dozens of poisonings have been documented in Mediterranean countries, including Israel. A new international study reveals the extent of the danger and how to protect yourself from the invasive species.
- Avi Blizovsky
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Cuts in direct and indirect research budgets at NIH, NOAA, FEMA, and many other agencies will lead to a decline in research infrastructure, stunted scientific innovation, and loss of talent, which could critically impact the development of treatments and public health.
- The Technion
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Researchers at the Faculty of Biology at the Technion discovered a unique mechanism that protects marine bacteria from viruses that attack them
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
Israel is the leader in the consumption of single-use plastic products. At the end of the month there will be a meeting in South Korea designed to draft an international plastic convention, and Israel is also expected to participate in it. What is that treaty and how will it affect it?
- Haifa University
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A new study in collaboration with the University of Haifa and the Tel Aviv Medical Center reveals: fast eating and emotional impulses significantly increase the risk of fatty liver, even when a healthy lifestyle is maintained
- Tel Aviv University
In the eastern Mediterranean area there is desert dust in the air almost all year round, and not only in spring or autumn as is commonly thought. Why is this important?
- Avi Blizovsky
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- The Technion
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Prof. Peter Jones, Prof. Steven Bailin and Prof. Andrew Feinberg will receive the Harvey Award in the field of science and technology for their contribution to the diagnosis of diseases and the development of treatments based on the understanding of epigenetic mechanisms
- The Hebrew University
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Researchers from the Hebrew University improved Elixhauser's comorbidity model and improved the accuracy of predictions about the duration of hospitalization, risk of mortality, re-hospitalization and increased treatment
- Avi Blizovsky
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"Different types of neurological disorders, including disorders on the autism spectrum, may be related to this environmental factor," explains Prof. Haitham Amal from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, senior author of the study
- Avi Blizovsky
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The researchers of the three organizations reveal GluFormer, a generative artificial intelligence model (Generative AI) based on a transformer architecture similar to GPT from OpenAI - but instead of text - it produces a prediction of levels
- Avi Blizovsky
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The Cancer Society: "The reason for using sweet flavors is an attempt to bring teenagers into the circle of users. Their sale must be banned immediately"
- Avi Blizovsky
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The researchers noted that moderate to high amounts of precipitation had a positive effect on public health, most likely due to a decrease in air pollution and people staying at home. However, extreme rainfall, beyond certain levels,
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
The State of the World Air report reveals that air pollution caused the death of more than 8 million people in one year. Who is at high risk, what is the situation in Israel and what can be done?
- Avi Blizovsky
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While the live shingles vaccine has already shown signs of protection against dementia, the new combined vaccine offers even more promising results, with far-reaching public health implications
- Science site The Conversation
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- The Hebrew University
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New research highlights the potential of random mixtures of antimicrobial peptides to significantly reduce the risk of resistance development compared to single peptides. These findings highlight the need for innovative solutions to overcome
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
Following the severe fires in the north, the beehives were also damaged - what might be the cost of the damage and is there anything that can be done to restore them?
- Tel Aviv University
A researcher at the Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University investigates whether we will soon be able to eat what we want without guilt?
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
Opinion: Despite the objections of experts and residents, these days the Prime Minister's Office is examining the expansion of the transportation of the oil of Ketsa'a; In light of the dangers involved in a course of this kind - it seems that our government has it simple
- Weizmann Institute
Forecasting dust storms is a complicated matter. A new study was able to predict storms in our region with a high level of accuracy - and thereby outline how artificial intelligence can be harnessed to understand processes in the atmosphere
- Dr. Asaf Rosenthal
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According to preliminary research, we have already passed most of the limits of resource utilization. The world's resources, including the climate, biodiversity, water systems and other natural resources, have exceeded their limits and reached catastrophic levels. is there a way
- Angle - a news agency for science and the environment
The State Comptroller's report indicates: the scope of the use of pesticides, which are designed to overcome the problem of pests, is increasing significantly - and harming the health of Israeli consumers. So what do we do? Learn to spray differently
- Dr. Asaf Rosenthal
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- Eran will laugh
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- Scientific American Israel
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- Tel Aviv University
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- Scientific American Israel
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