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Antidepressants Increase the Risk of Dementia

An international study led by Israeli scientists from the University of Haifa has shown that the use of antidepressants nearly triples the risk of developing dementia among people over 60 compared to their peers who do not take these medications. The study results,…

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Israeli Nasal Vaccine Prevents Alzheimer's Disease and Stroke

A research group from Tel Aviv University, led by distinguished professor Howard Weiner, published results of a promising study on a nasal vaccine in the Journal of Neuroimmunology, which could radically change the approach to the prevention of Alzheimer's disease and strokes…

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In an Israeli clinic, a woman was relieved of a 15-year hand tremor in three hours

Doctors from the Israeli Rambam Hospital helped an elderly Israeli woman who had suffered from a tremor in her left hand for 15 years. Using innovative technology, they relieved the woman of the movement disorder that significantly reduced her quality of life in just a few hours. A surgical scalpel was not needed – focused ultrasound performed the main function, eliminating the pathological area of the brain responsible for the involuntary shaking of the limb.

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Epilepsy Sensor Helps Prevent Seizures

A new development from Israeli scientists aims to assist people with epilepsy.

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Neuropathic Pain Treated with Stem Cells

Researchers from the University of Sydney have discovered a new, safe way to combat chronic neuropathic pain. They created pain-relieving neurons from a special type of human stem cells, with a single injection providing long-term pain relief in mice without any side effects.

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Breakthrough in Gene Therapy for the Heart and Brain

Mitochondria are tiny "power plants" inside every cell of our body that produce energy for life. However, sometimes their genetic material can suffer malfunctions that may lead to serious diseases. Among these are Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, which affect the brain, as well as heart and vascular diseases.

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Israeli scientists have invented an innovative method for diagnosing sleep apnea

In Israel, a technology based on artificial intelligence has been developed that accurately identifies all significant cases of moderate and severe obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. It is expected to be implemented as an accessible mobile application that will allow individuals to …

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In Israel, a young man was cured of epilepsy in one day using a new method

At the Israeli hospital Ichilov, a young man who suffered from a severe form of epilepsy for half his life was freed from seizures in just one day. This was made possible by an innovative method based on laser cauterization of the area of the brain responsible for producing pathological impulses.…

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Scientists Find a New Way to Combat Mental Disorders

Neural implants can combat mental and behavioral disorders.

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A Device for Treating Migraines Invented in Israel

Migraine is one of the most common and insidious diseases that can not only worsen a person's quality of life but also completely incapacitate them. For many years, scientists have been trying to find a way to help such people effectively cope with episodes of unbearable pain. And, apparently…

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A Device for Detecting Nighttime Apnea in People with Epilepsy Has Emerged

Researchers from Rutgers University have developed a device aimed at helping neurologists identify obstructive sleep apnea syndrome in people with epilepsy, whose seizures may be exacerbated by sleep disturbances. They published the results of their study in the scientific journal Neurology Clinical Practice.

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Specific Biomarkers of Alzheimer's Disease Discovered

Studying the functional changes that occur in the brain during senile dementia of the Alzheimer type, researchers from the University of Madrid discovered biomarkers capable of predicting which patients with mild cognitive impairments are at increased risk of developing dementia, or senile dementia.

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Israeli chatbot can diagnose early stages of Alzheimer's disease

The chatbot, which is still in the testing phase, is based on the understanding that before affecting memory, Alzheimer's disease negatively impacts the so-called brain orientation system.

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A New Type of MRI for Early Detection of Alzheimer's Disease Invented in Israel

Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a new magnetic resonance imaging technique that will allow for the creation of a "molecular map" of the brain. This will enable doctors to compare brain scan results of patients taken at different times, identifying differences between healthy and damaged tissues without invasive or dangerous procedures.

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A New Method for Early Diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease Has Been Developed in Israel

In a recent study published in the scientific journal Acta Neuropathologica, researchers discovered a new method for the early detection of Parkinson's disease. It allows tracking the initial stages of accumulation in the brain of specific proteins closely associated with the onset and development of this neurodegenerative disease.

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Treatment of Osteophytes in the Cervical Spine in Israel

Osteophytes — bone growths in the form of spines or bumps — most often affect the cervical spine. After the age of 50, their mass appearance often leads to the development of spondylosis, caused by injuries, metabolic disorders, or age-related changes in the discs. As they grow, these formations ...

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Treatment of Blepharospasm in Israel

Medical tourism in Israel is highly popular due to the advanced technologies used in treatment, the impeccable professionalism of local doctors, and high effectiveness that surpasses many other countries in various fields. Here, every patient is given the opportunity to receive a personalized approach, and complex cases are reviewed collectively, ensuring the most accurate diagnosis and effective therapy. It is precisely this approach that leads patients to choose Israel for the treatment of various diseases, including blepharospasm, where significant improvement in condition and complete elimination of symptoms are possible.

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Treatment of Ankylosing Hyperostosis in Israel

Rheumatologists from the Ichilov Medical Center are well-known in the field of treating ankylosing hyperostosis in Israel. The therapy for this condition employs the latest pharmacological developments and progressive physiotherapeutic methods, the effectiveness of which is supported by scientific research…

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Myasthenia Treatment in Israel

Neurologists at the leading private clinic Ichilov in Israel specialize in treating myasthenia in children and adults. Specialists at the neurology center develop protocols for accurate diagnosis of congenital and acquired forms of the disease. Highly effective treatment and rehabilitation methods guarantee …

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Treatment of Torsion Dystonia in Israel — Modern Methods and High Effectiveness

Every year, an increasing number of foreign patients turn to Israeli clinics for the treatment of rare and poorly understood neurological diseases, among which is torsion dystonia. The country's popularity is explained by the highest quality of services provided, as well as the best in the world medical centers equipped with modern diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.

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Treatment of West Syndrome in Israel — High Results with Traditional and Progressive Methods

West syndrome represents spasms of individual muscle groups or general spastic contractions that develop in children under four years of age, more often between 4 and 6 months. Treatment of West syndrome in Israel is carried out according to a comprehensive program by high-class pediatric neurologists who apply ...

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Treatment of Optic Nerve Neuritis in Israel Using Modern Diagnostic and Therapeutic Methods

The immense popularity of Israel among medical tourists is explained by the high quality of diagnostics and therapy, which has secured the country a solid place among the top three leaders, along with the best medical equipment in the world. Specialists from various fields of medicine, well-trained and undergoing internships abroad, actively participate in the development and implementation of innovative therapeutic methods in clinical practice, successfully addressing various types of rare diseases.

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Treatment of Leukodystrophy in Israel — Accurate Diagnosis and Advanced Therapy Methods

Leukodystrophy is a group of congenital neurodegenerative pathologies, where insufficient synthesis of certain enzymes leads to the accumulation of metabolites in brain tissues, causing myelin breakdown. Given the severe progression and rarity of this disease, its successful diagnosis and therapy require high qualifications and extensive experience from specialists.

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Treatment of Polyneuropathy in Israel — Modern Methods of Diagnosis and Therapy

Polyneuropathy is a group of pathologies characterized by damage to the peripheral nerves. The characteristic signs of the disorder include disturbances in limb sensitivity and progressive impairment of motor ability. Treatment of polyneuropathy in Israel is conducted according to international protocols, using progressive medical, physiotherapeutic, and surgical methods.

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Treatment of Tuberous Sclerosis in Israel — Progressive Methods and High Effectiveness

Tuberous sclerosis, also known as Bourneville disease, is among hereditary diseases, the unknown causes of which lie in the formation of genetic mutations. Since genetic hereditary pathologies are the least studied in all areas of medicine and occur in a small number of patients, successful therapy for such pathologies requires the professionalism and experience of doctors, as well as the availability of modern medical equipment.

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Treatment of Friedreich's Disease in Israel — Normalization of Condition and Sustained Remission Using Modern Methods

Friedreich's disease (ataxia) is a genetic pathology, the external manifestations of which are due to a disruption in the process of iron transport from cellular mitochondria. This disease affects not only nerve cells but also cardiomyocytes, insulin-producing β-cells of the pancreas, bone marrow, and the retina.

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Treatment of Occipital Nerve Neuralgia in Israel: The Most Advanced Techniques

Head of the Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis Department

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Treatment of Tourette Syndrome in Israel

Tourette syndrome or Tourette's disease is a genetically transmitted disorder of the central nervous system (CNS) that appears in childhood and manifests as multiple motor tics and at least one vocal tic. Previously considered very rare, this disease is now diagnosed in about 10 children out of 1000, although mild forms of Tourette's disease are still difficult to detect.

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Treatment of Trigeminal Nerve in Israel

Senior physician of the neurology department

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Treatment of Lissencephaly in Israel — Complete Symptom Management

Israeli specialists in combating congenital anomalies of the nervous system are well known worldwide. Since lissencephaly is associated with a whole complex of neurological disorders, a large team of doctors is involved in the treatment of patients. The diagnosis takes only a few days.

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