April 18, 2018, 8:51 am Is cannabis the new wonder drug? Israeli scientists are exploring cannabis as a treatment, or even cure, for conditions ranging from cancer to Parkinson’s, asthma, insomnia, PTSD, epilepsy and IBS. By Abigail Klein Leichman
December 26, 2017, 6:51 am 13 of the biggest health breakthroughs in Israel in 2017 A compound that disables cancer cells, an artificial cornea, the world’s first bone implant: 2017 saw major medical advances. We bring you the best. By Nicky Blackburn
October 17, 2017, 8:00 am How your eyelids move is a clue to diagnosing disease Israeli researchers say monitoring the motion of eyelids can help diagnose eye diseases and neurological diseases, including Parkinson’s. By Abigail Klein Leichman
August 3, 2017, 9:00 am Israeli scientist develops early diagnostic test for Parkinson’s Suaad Abd-Elhadi’s new assay could pave the way for early diagnosis and improved treatment of the debilitating neurodegenerative disorder. By ISRAEL21c Staff
June 4, 2017, 9:00 am Israeli researchers develop drug to help ALS patients New drug candidate may prove effective in boosting the self-cleansing mechanism of the human brain, thereby improving the lives of millions of people. By Brian Blum
March 12, 2017, 9:20 am Harvard-Technion study suggests new Parkinson’s theory Toxic protein behind disease may simultaneously affect all parts of the nervous system inside and outside of the brain. By Viva Sarah Press
April 18, 2016, 11:41 am The surgery-free operating room of tomorrow is here Exablate MRI-guided ultrasound platform from Israel can fix conditions from fibroids to tremors without anesthesia or incisions. By Abigail Klein Leichman
November 17, 2015, 11:25 am ElMindA revolutionizes concussion, Parkinson’s treatment Raises $28 million to expand commercial and clinical adoption of Brain Network Activation system in US and Europe. By Viva Sarah Press
October 14, 2015, 7:00 am Pioneering approach to Parkinson’s disease Alex Kerten says his method of martial arts, movement and music helps PD patients slow the progression and ease symptoms with fewer meds. By Abigail Klein Leichman
September 17, 2015, 7:00 am Diagnostic apps for ADHD, dementia? IBM Research Lab in Haifa is working on technology to develop mobile apps for the diagnosis of two very common brain disorders. By Abigail Klein Leichman
January 27, 2015, 6:00 am World’s smallest, cheapest patch pump for diabetics TouchéMedical is developing a low-cost ‘smart’ patch pump designed for patients of all ages with diabetes, Parkinson’s and other chronic conditions. By Abigail Klein Leichman
October 9, 2014, 6:00 am Why diabetes raises risk of Parkinson’s Critical finding reveals atomic structure of a protein link between Type 2 diabetes and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s. By Abigail Klein Leichman
August 26, 2014, 7:00 am Revolutionary stem-cell ALS treatment begins advanced trials BrainStorm’s NurOwn enhanced adult stem cells seem to halt the progression of incurable neurodegenerative diseases. By Abigail Klein Leichman
August 3, 2014, 8:00 am From Parkinson’s to Picasso Israeli study looks at link between Parkinson’s and enhanced creativity. By Karin Kloosterman
March 4, 2014, 12:00 am Israeli, US scientists put heads together for brain study A new Brandeis-Israel research initiative funds two innovative research collaborations in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s to better grasp the science of brain disorders. By Abigail Klein Leichman
