Recent studies in the field have cancer research have pointed to the fact that only some cancerous cells are involved in tumor growth. A new Israeli study has made great progress in isolating and treating these "cancer stem cells".

When dieting, many people struggle with keeping exact count of their caloric intake or other nutritional values. Make My Plate, an Israeli startup, has come up with a visual tool to make tracking your diet simple – and even fun.

Israeli company BioControl has come up with an innovative solution to treat a form of epilepsy that cannot currently be treated with prescription drugs. Their device, FitNeS, is an implant that regulates nervous activity.

Simulation technology intended for use by fighter pilots has been converted to assist in brain surgery. Surgeons can now use the Israeli-American Surgical Theater technology to prepare for tricky brain procedures.

More than half of people suffering from Parkinson's disease experience random pains. A recent Israeli study, focusing on the patients' genetic information, has shown that this pain might be treated by using cannabis.

A new understanding of what takes place at the cellular level during the development of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s offers promise towards possible new treatments, according to the Hebrew University.

There are many methods of treating tumors in the human body, most of which require an invasive procedure which involves general anesthesia. Israeli company IceCure has developed a method that turns tumors into balls of ice – eliminating the need for surgery.

Fish oil is commonly used as a nutritional supplement, for its high levels of Omega 3 and antioxidants. Now, Israeli researchers have found another healthy perk of fish oil – pain relief for people suffering from bedsores.

Malaria is a deadly disease which kills over a million people worldwide every year. The high death toll is due to the fact that some strains are able to hide their activity from the human immune system. A new discovery at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, however, may be key in defeating this elusive killer.

Are facial expressions the best way to determine a person's emotional state? A new study conducted at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem shows that in cases of extreme emotions, it is body language, and not facial expression, that truly reveals how a person is feeling.

A major setback when studying cells in the human body is that many methods of researching cell-division kill the cells examined. Scientists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have found a way to study the cells without killing them – by making them fluorescent.

First responders like emergency medical technicians, police officers and firefighters are at high risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They are often faced with disaster scenes the rest of us only watch in Hollywood movies.

Many smokers find it hard or even impossible to quit. While the health risks of smoking are well-known, a new study from Tel Aviv University shows that people who reduce the number of cigarette they smoke, rather than quit altogether, can also improve their health.

An Israeli researcher may have found a solution that will revolutionize treatment for people with back problems caused by damaged spinal discs. Dr. Sarit Sivan has invented an injectable material that can repair damaged discs.

The introduction of the tablet computer has brought with it many new ways of assisting people who have difficulty interacting with available means. A joint Israeli-Singaporean project aims to utilize the iPad in order to help autistic children with their everyday lives.