Monthly Archives: May 2011

DVT diagnosis & treatment in one

The US Food & Drugs Administration has approved this unique device from Israel’s MCS Medical Compression Systems. It will start saving lives in 2012. http://www.globes.co.il/serveen/globes/docview.asp?did=1000649159&fid=1725

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Support from our friends

Israel invents medical technology for the world, but sometimes needs help to buy it for its own hospitals. So a donation of 3 MRI scanners by the IFCJ was very welcome indeed. Thank you. http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4032483,00.html

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Sometimes it all seems worthwhile

24 years ago neo-natal Prof Michael Schwimmel of Jerusalem’s Shaare Zedek hospital delivered a tiny 13-week premature baby. Imagine his feelings to be present at her wedding. http://www.szmc.org.il/NewsHighlights/NewsHighlights2011/DrSchimmel/tabid/1908/Default.aspx

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Preparing kids for an operation

Jerusalem hospital Shaare Zedek has produced a storybook to help children minimise the emotional strain prior to surgery. “The more they know, the less traumatic it will be.” http://www.szmc.org.il/NewsHighlights/NewsHighlights2011/PreparationforSurgerybookforkids/tabid/1915/Default.aspx

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We value our brains

President Shimon Peres announced that Israel will set-up a non-profit organization to support brain research. Neurotechnology can lead to breakthroughs in the treatment of many brain disorders. http://www.globes.co.il/serveen/globes/docview.asp?did=1000648015&fid=1725

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Why cancer cells divide too easily

Weizmann scientists have exposed the process controlling cell division. When suppressor gene p53 is missing, the cell goes out of control. This has major impacts for chemotherapy. http://wis-wander.weizmann.ac.il/eight-hours-of-resistance

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Controlling inflammation

Researchers at Israel’s Weizmann Institute have discovered the mechanism used by the body to shut down the immune system response. IBD sufferers can look forward to new treatments. http://wis-wander.weizmann.ac.il/immune-system-release-valve

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UN recognises Israeli medical organisation

Save A Child’s Heart has been recommended for special status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council. SACH treats children and trains doctors from across the globe. http://www.jpost.com/International/Article.aspx?id=221968

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How does Israel do it?

The question as to “how does Israel produce so many Nobel laureates?” is being asked all around the world. Many suggestions are being made. Regular followers of this newsletter will know the true answer. http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/article3620867.ece

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Good news for diabetics

Israel’s InsuLine Medical announced positive results in efficacy and safety trials for its InsuPatch. The patch achieved a relative median increase of 29.7% in insulin levels in the blood within an hour, compared with an insulin injection. This compares to … Continue reading

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