Asbestos hazard in buildings damaged by Hezbollah rockets The public is urged to report asbestos hazards to the Environmental Protection Agency. JNS Staff Jan. 1, 2025
Israeli study shows breakthrough in treatment of cancer Research conducted at Beilinson Hospital shows two radiation sessions may match the effectiveness of five treatments, promising a reduced burden on patients. Maytal Yasur Beit-Or Nov. 15, 2024
Israeli researchers discover mechanism to eliminate tumors The “chance technological breakthrough” by the university’s Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences essentially reverses a mechanism in cancer patients that prevents the immune system from attacking tumors. JNS Staff Oct. 31, 2024
Head of IDF Intelligence Research Division steps down following cancer diagnosis Brig. Gen. Amit Saar had previously said he would not serve out his term due to his failure to predict the Oct. 7 Hamas onslaught. April 5, 2024
Israel’s UK ambassador sends well wishes to the Princess of Wales "Her Royal Highness and the Royal Family remain in the hearts and minds of all Israelis as we pray for The Princess’s return to full health,” tweeted Tzipi Hotovely. Rolene Marks March 26, 2024
‘My cancer was nothing compared to some people,’ says Richard Simmons The “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” star announced that his doctor had succeeded in removing a lump on his face. March 25, 2024
Israeli doctors remove 1.3-kilogram tumor from toddler “Treatment, coupled with the successful surgery, offers a promising prognosis for the child’s recovery,” said Dr. Sergey Postovsky. Pesach Benson Feb. 9, 2024
Herzog sends King Charles wishes for swift recovery "I look forward to seeing His Majesty's swift return to public engagements," the Israeli president tweeted. Feb. 6, 2024
Free genetic cancer tests for people in England with Jewish ancestry "Some people may feel they’d rather not know, but finding out early means people can get the support they need," said Peter Johnson, national cancer clinical director for the National Health Service in England. Georgia L. Gilholy Feb. 2, 2024
