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Israel, America and ADHD
Why are rates of the disorder skyrocketing in both countries? Israeli researchers have some theories.

Why are rates of the disorder skyrocketing in both countries? Israeli researchers have some theories.
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This Women Owned Startup Is Reshaping Egg Donation
Cofertility is ‘leading the way for a more transparent and ethical the entire industry to become more transparent and ethical,’ says cofounder Halle Tecco.

Cofertility is ‘leading the way for a more transparent and ethical the entire industry to become more transparent and ethical,’ says cofounder Halle Tecco.
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The Journey From Loss to Healing
Grief is a universal experience, but grieving is a uniquely personal experience.

Grief is a universal experience, but grieving is a uniquely personal experience.
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Helping Children Deal With Trauma
Young victims of pandemic stress learn coping strategies at Hadassah Hospital.

Young victims of pandemic stress learn coping strategies at Hadassah Hospital.
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A Perfect Match: Donating a Kidney to a Stranger
Every day in America, 13 people die waiting for a kidney. Often their best hope—their only hope—is to find a living donor.

Every day in America, 13 people die waiting for a kidney. Often their best hope—their only hope—is to find a living donor.

In Israel, More Doctors Changing Approach to End-of-Life Care

Doctors now increasingly favor palliative care for terminal patients at the end of their lives rather than aggressive medical interventions

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How to Get the Sleep You Need

by Christina Frank

Around 30 percent of adults experience some form of insomnia during their lifetime, and women especially battle sleep loss due to pregnancy and menopause.

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Redefining Hospital Food at Hadassah

by Wendy Elliman

The kitchens at Hadassah Hospital are redefining hospital food with menus that are nutritious, delicious and designed to appeal—and heal.

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How to Make a Difference for Women Battling Breast Cancer

by Rokhl Kafrissen | JTA

According to the author, it's time to shift breast cancer giving away from a focus on consumable goods and toward a person-oriented, direct giving model.

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Cancer Recovery Prescription—Exercise

by Leah Rosenbaum

Doctors don’t know exactly why exercise works wonders for cancer survivors, but most agree that there are both short- and long-term benefits to working out.