Health Ministry

Everything you ever wanted to know about cervical cancer but were afraid to ask

This gynecological cancer is responsible for about 10% of new cancer cases among Israeli women.

Knesset Health Committee promotes law to make transfer of medical files automatic, digital

Katz said that senior Health Ministry officials all support the proposal, and he demanded that the health funds ease the transfer of medical files by clicking an icon on the computer.

'THERE IS such a big supply of food and so many hungry people; the problem is in the distribution an

Israel wasted 2.6 million tons of food in 2022, 5% of healthcare budget spent on food insecurity

The war's impact, coupled with displacement and economic strain, is expected to further strain vulnerable populations.

Jerusalem baby dies of whooping cough, mother not vaccinated - Health Ministry

Whooping cough is a dangerous disease, particularly for infants under six months.

Data shows a decrease in suicides since October 7

In an average year, over 500 Israelis – more men than women – commit suicide, and about 6,200 people – more women than men – attempt it.

Health funds to receive allocations at start of year as part of healthcare basket

Jerusalem’s Taub Center for Social Policy Studies published a study on the cost-update mechanism for health funds, finds gaps of billions of shekels between the current budget and actual needs.

Palestinian child dies of rabies - Health Ministry

Rabies is a fatal neurological disease with a virtually 100% mortality rate for both humans and animals if a vaccination is not administered before the onset of symptoms.

By ELI ASHKENAZI/WALLA! , JERUSALEM POST STAFF
21/12/2023

Health Ministry warns public not to go to unlicensed hyperbaric oxygen chambers

Treatment in unlicensed chambers may harm the health of the patients and endanger their lives, the ministry said.

Health Min. to ICRC president: Hostages’ medical conditions deteriorating

At the meeting, the Health Ministry officials presented serious information and evidence about the mental and health condition of the abductees who returned to Israel from Hamas captivity.

Health fund psychologists, private therapists to get government grants

The huge numbers of traumatized Israelis who were wounded, lost loved ones, homes, and businesses on October 7 need emotional support and therapy.

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