Heart attack

New Israeli study links poor hydration to increase heart failure risk

Many don't consume enough water on regular days, even when it's cold, and as a result could have a higher risk of heart failure and high blood pressure (hypertension).

 Water faucet, illustration
 Study reveals heart has ‘sweet taste’ receptors. Illustration.

Choosing health: Why you should live a healthy lifestyle even if you're unwell - opinion

Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett donates blood in memory of Sgt. First Class Yona Betzalel Brief, March 27, 2025.

Post-Bennett heart attack: Warning signs and first aid treatment until MDA arrives

 From left to right: Former hostages Or Levy, Eli Sharabi, Ohad Ben Ami.

Emaciated hostages were 'weeks away' from cardiac arrest, security source says


Man saved on El Al flight by medical professional after having heart attack on plane

“I did everything a doctor would do at a time like this,” said Weiss after the incident.

 Prof. Yoram Weiss, director general of the Hadassah Medical Organization saved a man having a heart attack during an El Al flight to Miami.

Irregular sleep patterns increase heart attack and stroke risk by 26%, study finds

Sufficient sleep alone is not enough; having regular sleep periods that do not change much day to day is key to mitigating health risks.

 Irregular sleep patterns increase heart attack and stroke risk by 26%, study finds. Illustration.

Sensor empowers heart failure patients: Groundbreaking Israeli technology

First findings of groundbreaking technology and therapeutic approach developed in Israel published in prestigious European Journal of Heart Failure.

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October 7 led to a nation of 'broken heart syndrome', study finds

Israel study finds almost 100% increase in "broken heart syndrome" since October 7 

Family members visit the graves of their loved ones at the military cemetery on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem on April 11, 2021

Since his last heart attack, a secret ambulance has been following Netanyahu's convoy

The ambulance is unmarked, disguised as a civilian Savannah van, and travels at the end of Netanyahu's convoy.

 Benjamin Netanyahu

Plant-based diets act as a natural barrier to dangerous snoring linked to health problems

Snoring and associated health risks can be minimized by adopting a healthier diet.

 A flexitarian diet involves eating more plant-based meals

The medical establishment's role in heart attack rehabilitation - opinion

The third installation of a coach's advice on life after a heart attack.

 Even the coach can have a heart attack

Teenager saves friend's life after sudden cardiac arrest at school

During their sports lesson at school, a 17-year-old Magen David Adom volunteer recognized that his friend was in cardiac arrest and rushed to his aid, saving him.

 Guy Alon, who saved Idan's life

Israel's Netanyahu 'in good health,' Prime Minister's Office says

The cardiac incident that Netanyahu suffered in July will be discussed separately, the statement said.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a Defense and Foreign Affairs Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem on June 13, 2023

Discovery paves the way for innovative therapeutic strategies in managing cardiac conditions

An RNA-binding protein was identified by scientists in Jerusalem and Germany as a key player in weakened heart muscles.

 Monitor your symptoms carefully if you're at risk of a heart attack

Turkish lawmaker says Israel will suffer the wrath of Allah, has heart attack

The Turkish Health Minister Dr. Fahrettin Koca announced that Bitmez had arrived at the hospital and was taken to intensive care.

 Hasan Bitmez, who had a heart attack seconds after saying that Allah will destroy Israel.