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CDC expert quits over RFK Jr.’s vaccine rollback: 'Can no longer help the most vulnerable'

The abrupt resignation of Dr. Lakshmi Panagiotakopoulos follows a controversial directive removing key COVID-19 vaccines from official recommendations; Critics say this undermines medical consensus, leaving vulnerable populations—especially children and pregnant women—without protection or support

Daniel Edelson, New York | 06.04.25

Global COVID vaccine study cut short by Trump administration

Global Vaccine Data Network’s comprehensive COVID-19 vaccine safety study is abruptly terminated due to Trump-era budget cuts, leaving experts worried

Tzur Gueta | 04.24.25

Israeli man faces 40 years in US prison for COVID relief fraud

Daniel Dadon admits to forging documents to steal millions from Paycheck Protection Program, with prosecutors saying he laundered funds through multiple companies and accounts abroad; sentencing set for August 13 in New Jersey federal court

Daniel Edelson, New York | 04.17.25

El Al cleared to resume dividend payments early after record profit year

Dividend ban imposed during COVID-19 pandemic, when Israeli government provided financial assistance to help airline survive global travel collapse; new push to resume dividends comes after profits bolstered in part by increased wartime demand

Navit Zomer | 04.14.25

Massive data breach: Israelis' COVID records, other information on sale for $1 million

A group claiming antisemitic motives is selling a database of 500,000 Israeli COVID-19 vaccination records for $1 million obtained from hackers; With cyberattacks on Israel surging during war, security breaches expose vulnerabilities in sensitive platforms and personal information

Raphael Kahan | 03.10.25

People queue for COVID-19 tests in front of a laboratory in Paris amid the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in France

Five years on, the economic impact of COVID-19 lingers

Global debt remains high, inflation reshaped economies and labor markets continue shifting; Travel rebounds, but office vacancies stay high; Digital trends endure, with Bitcoin up 1,233% since 2019 as investors seek stability amid market volatility

Reuters | 03.08.25

Why are some people perpetually sick during winter? Experts explain

Winter illnesses are on the rise, with many suffering from repeated infections; experts share the causes behind this phenomenon and offer tips to break the cycle, focusing on hygiene, vaccinations, nutrition and other preventive measures

Tzur Gueta | 01.13.25

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Waiting for Trump and playing dumb: China responds to COVID probe

As WHO prepares for President-elect Donald Trump's decision on US membership, it calls on China to share more information about the origins of COVID; Beijing claims shared all available information

Tzur Gueta | 12.31.24

Winter woes: Is it COVID-19, the flu, a common cold or RSV? Here's how to tell

Runny nose, cough and fever? Winter brings a wave of viral illnesses with similar symptoms but varying degrees of severity; what are the key differences, when should you consult a doctor and what should you know about vaccines and treatments? Here's a seasonal illness guide

Tzur Gueta | 12.31.24

Everything you need to know about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

RSV is increasingly affecting the elderly, causing severe illness similar to the flu and COVID-19; With no effective treatment available, vaccination offers the best prevention against complications and hospitalizations

Prof. Yasmin Maor | 10.09.24

One-third of the world's children suffer from myopia, accelerated by COVID-19

'Children who spent extended time indoors during the pandemic were exposed to a lot of screen time, which harmed their eyesight,' medical expert says

Tzur Gueta | 09.30.24

Mark Zuckerberg says Biden administration pressured Facebook to censor COVID-related content

Meta CEO regrets not speaking out more and says Facebook will push back against such demands in the future

Ynetnews | 08.29.24

US Covid czar Anthony Fauci recovering after being hospitalized with West Nile Fever

the 83-year old White House point man for the COVID pandemic is recovering at home after a six-day hospital stay; spokesperson says is expected to make a full recovery

News Agencies | 08.25.24

Study shows long-term COVID affects children's memories, anxiety and sleep

A study published in the JAMA medical journal sheds light on children's symptoms following long-term COVID, showing that children ages 6-11 suffer from memory loss and sleeping problems, while adolescents experience drowsiness

Ynet | 08.22.24

Biden tests positive for COVID-19, White House says

US president Biden's doctor says his symptoms remain mild, consisting of upper respiratory issues; White House says he will self-isolate while continuing to fully perform all of his duties

Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York | 07.18.24

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