Monthly Archives: January 2017

The safest place for Christians in the Middle East

Posted on January 15, 2017

Israel provides Christians with a haven in a region that is becoming increasingly difficult for Christians to live freely. http://www.cufi.org.uk/news/israel-the-safest-place-for-christians-in-the-middle-east/

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Minorities in the IDF

Posted on January 15, 2017

There are Muslim, Bedouin and Christian soldiers that volunteer to join the IDF, in addition to Druze and Circassian soldiers whose leaders undertook to be drafted into the IDF. Many are high-ranking. During their service, the IDF recognizes the rights … Continue reading →

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Syrians want peace with Israel

Posted on January 15, 2017

Those being treated in Israeli hospitals have found Israel to be very different than the image depicted by the Syrian government.  About 800 Syrians have been treated at the Ziv Medical Center in Safed since February 2013, making Ziv the … Continue reading →

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Israeli aid for world’s refugees

Posted on January 15, 2017

A timely reminder of the work of Israeli NGOs and government organizations, to alleviate the suffering of victims of global disasters and wars. http://www.israel21c.org/israeli-volunteers-care-for-worlds-refugees/

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UK Navy ship docks at Haifa

Posted on January 15, 2017

British Royal Navy’s HMS Bulwark stopped in Haifa Port on its way back to the United Kingdom. The Navy stated that the docking “demonstrates the growing relationship between the Royal Navy and the Israeli Navy and the desire to continue … Continue reading →

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Medical scan diagnosis from home

Posted on January 15, 2017

Israel’s Zebra Medical Vision has launched “Profound” –fast, accurate medical image analysis over the web.  Individuals can upload their medical imaging scans such as CTs and mammograms to Zebra’s online service, and receive an automated analysis for key clinical conditions. … Continue reading →

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Device to fix shoulder injuries

Posted on January 15, 2017

Israel’s Mininvasive makes the OmniCuff device that enables minimally invasive arthroscopic shoulder rotator cuff repair – with over 1 million potential operations annually.  Mininvasive has just announced a strategic partnership with China’s MicroPort Scientific Corporation. http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20161129005943/en/MinInvasive-Announces-Financing-Strategic-Partnership-MicroPort-Scientific

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Cutting the blood supply to cancer cells

Posted on January 15, 2017

I reported previously (Dec 2013) on Israel’s VBL Therapeutics (aka Vascular Biogenics) and its treatment VB-111 for brain cancer. VB-111 targets new blood vessels developed to feed the tumor. Also, delivering the treatment inside a virus triggers the immune system … Continue reading →

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Smart bracelet tracks injured soldiers

Posted on January 15, 2017

Cadets in the IDF Technological Officers Training Course have developed a digital bracelet that medics attach to soldiers injured on the battlefield. Sensors monitor pulse, blood pressure, and body temperature. A chip tracks medication and procedures for handover to the … Continue reading →

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Diagnose skin ailments with your smartphone

Posted on January 15, 2017

I reported previously (May 1st) on DermaCompare from Israel’s Emerald Medical Applications.  Founder Lior Wayn has just gone on ILTV to explain his app that uses any smartphone camera, imaging software and proprietary algorithms to identify skin moles that may … Continue reading →

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