Pregnant woman dies after emergency surgery at Israeli hospital
A pregnant woman in her 40s has died at Soroka Medical Centre in Beersheva following emergency surgery, in a case now being investigated by Israel’s Health Ministry. The woman was admitted to the hospital earlier this week with severe abdominal pain and her condition rapidly deteriorated, leading doctors to perform an emergency surgical procedure. She […]
Israel braces for another surge in temperatures as heat stress intensifies across the country
Israel is experiencing a continued warming trend today, with temperatures expected to rise further and exceed seasonal averages, particularly in mountainous regions and inland areas. The intensifying heat is set to place considerable strain on most parts of the country as the day progresses. After morning cloud cover clears, conditions are expected to improve somewhat, […]
Israel braces for heatwave as temperatures soar across the country
Temperatures are set to rise significantly throughout the week, with most regions of Israel experiencing intense heat stress. Friday is expected to be considerably warmer than normal, with particularly hot and dry conditions forecast for the hills and inland areas, whilst coastal plains may also see uncomfortable conditions despite their proximity to the sea. The […]
When Back Pain Signals Something Serious: Warning Signs You Can’t Ignore
Back pain is one of the most common complaints doctors encounter, affecting millions of people across the UK every year. However, not every ache or twinge in the back originates from the spine itself. Pain radiating to the back region can actually stem from serious internal organs including the kidneys, heart, aorta, pancreas, or lungs […]
Teenager Dies After Collapsing During Gathering with Friends
A 17-year-old boy has died after collapsing whilst meeting with friends, with circumstances surrounding his death currently under investigation. The teenager was taken to Assuta Hospital in Ashdod in critical condition, where he was pronounced dead. Police have confirmed that all possible lines of inquiry into the incident are being examined as part of their […]
Two motorcyclists seriously hurt in separate Israeli crashes
Two motorcyclists suffered serious head injuries in separate accidents across Israel on Wednesday evening. A 22-year-old rider in Haifa was injured whilst riding on Etzel Street, whilst a man in his 30s crashed on Rokach Boulevard in Tel Aviv. Paramedics treated both riders at the scene before transferring them to hospital. The younger rider was […]
Health Ministry alerts to dangerous mosquitoes detected near Ben Gurion Airport
Israel’s Health Ministry has issued a warning following the detection of West Nile virus-carrying mosquitoes in several locations, including the area surrounding Ben Gurion Airport. The discovery comes as the country grapples with an outbreak of the mosquito-borne illness during the current transmission season. According to a ministry statement, 17 cases of West Nile virus […]
Major Israeli healthcare provider Mor Institute to open new northern branch
Mor Institute, a significant healthcare provider in Israel, is set to expand its operations in the north with the opening of a substantial new facility in Nesher at the beginning of 2027. The expansion marks a major push by the organisation to increase its presence and accessibility across northern Israel. The new branch will consolidate […]
Nine injured including children after hazardous chemical spill at Israeli swimming pool
A chemical spill at a public swimming pool in Kiryat Gat has left nine people with minor injuries, including several children. Around 100 litres of hydrochloric acid leaked into the municipal pool after a lorry driver incorrectly connected a delivery hose to the wrong outlet. Five of those affected were taken to Barzilai Hospital for […]
Major Israeli Hospital and NGO Launch Free Trauma Intervention Centre
Ichilov Medical Centre in Tel Aviv and the non-profit organisation Lmaanichem have announced a partnership to establish a new free centre offering early intervention services for psychological trauma. The initiative comes as Israel faces a significant surge in mental health needs following the impact of recent conflict, with demand for professional psychological support reaching unprecedented […]