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[Read More...]( How do violence, trauma survivors develop resilience? - Israeli study Israeli Weizmann researches examine how some appear scarred for life, while others appear to walk away unscathed. [Read More...]( Do you feel itchy? All the reasons for itchiness and how to treat it For people with chronic itching, the suffering never stops. It leads to a lack of sleep, anxiety and problems with sexual performance, all of which contribute to poor quality of life. [Read More...]( Apply lacquer gel on your nails? You could be damaging your DNA - study California researchers found that the use of these UV-emitting devices for just one 20-minute session caused the death of 20% to 30% of cells. [Read More...]( BIU: New molecular blocker halts breast cancer metastasis A combination of cellular and structural biology advances the fight against breast cancer in a way never before possible. [Read More...]( Do you look young for your age? Study examines effects of aging on body If you look young for your age, the health of your body and mind is likely a reflection of that. [Read More...]( New research uncovers method to prevent DNA breakdown, aging - study The research focuses on a protein called SIRT6, which seems to have remarkable properties. [Read More...]( Israeli study uncovers causes of age-related macular degeneration Combining multiple maps reveal new genetic risk factors for blindness that advances the understanding of the leading cause of visual impairment in older adults. [Read More...]( Chemotherapy before surgery cuts risk of return of colon cancer -study The results of a recent trial show potential benefits of undergoing chemotherapy before surgery for colon cancer. [Read More...]( The quality of lung cancer treatment varies across US - study Despite rapidly evolving treatment and diagnostic tools, lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths and is the second most common cancer in the US. [Read More...]( Int'l Winnie the Pooh Day: How do stuffed toys aid early development? Winnie the Pooh Day is celebrated every year on January 18, the birthday of the British author A.A. Milne (1882-1956), who wrote the book. [Read More...]( Expanded cardiovascular benefits shown when wearing tefillin - study Research from the University of Cincinnati shows health benefits from Jewish tradition. [Read More...]( Human waste is an excellent substitute for polluting fertilizers, scientists find Scientists in Germany found that urine and feces can be recycled for use as new fertilizers that are safe and productive. [Read More...]( Israeli medical facilities begin strike in protest of violence They will all work on a reduced Shabbat schedule, except for emergencies or in hospitalsâ departments of oncology, hematology and obstetrics and IVF and dialysis units. [Read More...]( Israel's 2023 health basket set to include over 120 new drugs, treatments The recommendations are sent to Israel's health and finance ministers and the National Health Council, which always give their approval before the additions go into effect. [Read More...]( This trick will help you get ripe avocadoes in no time Nothing worse than a rock-hard avocado right? Find out how you can ripen avocadoes faster. [Read More...]( The whole truth about superfoods - should you add them to your diet? What's the deal with all the so-called superfoods that are being praised lately? Find out here. [Read More...]( Have high cholesterol? Here are simple and effective tips to lower it Having high cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke, but a change in diet can help lower bad cholesterol levels without medicine. [Read More...]( If you suffer from bad breath, eat these three foods This is an embarrassing problem that many people suffer from. Besides brushing your teeth and rinsing your mouth, can you do anything else to get fresh breath? [Read More...]( Reversing abortion drug's approval would harm public interest, US FDA says The FDA commented on risks that would be posed by an abortion drug no longer being accessible. [Read More...]( Boiled peanuts can desensitize children allergic to peanuts - study Fifty-six of the 70 (80%) participants in the study became desensitized to peanuts. [Read More...]( Fetal alcohol syndrome: How does it happen and how dangerous is it? Ron and Sarit Kaufman adopted a sweet baby a number of years ago from an orphanage in Russia. When they returned to Israel, they noticed that their son engaged in violent and uncontrolled behavior. [Read More...]( Everything you need to know about the French C-section for your baby How is this procedure different from a normal C-section? How much does this surgery cost, and is it safe? [Read More...]( Lower grades in high school may be linked to being born prematurely - study Researchers analyzed data of siblings born in Denmark between 1986 and 2003 in the study, of which 1.2 million were born during this period, of which nearly 800 thousand had at least one sibling. [Read More...]( A chilling concern: Could you be allergic to cold? Recently, the rain and cold have shown that Israel, a desert country that is hot and dry for nine months of the year, does get some winter weather. [Read More...]( Toddlers can help dogs reach treats spontaneously, new study finds A new study, from Duke University, found that toddlers are able to empathize and help animals when given the chance. [Read More...]( Eating Exercising Thinking Relationships Lifestyles More at [www.jpost.com]( Sent to: {EMAIL} [Unsubscribe]( Jerusalem Post, HaAhim MiSlavuta St 15, 6701026 Tel-Aviv, Israel