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<p><em>New study finds that adolescent obesity significantly heightens the risk of developing early chronic kidney disease in young adulthood. Even those with high-normal BMI are at risk. Severe obesity poses the highest risk, but even mild obesity and being overweight contribute significantly to this increased risk for both males and females. Lowering obesity rates in adolescents is crucial to better managing the risk of kidney disease and subsequent cardiovascular issues. This stud...

An increased risk for early CKD is observed even among adolescents with high-normal BMI and without diabetes.

In the wake of the October 7 atrocities, Israel’s gun laws have been eased, but some believe the proliferation of firearms could backfire.

This Israeli-made AI algorithm can help improve the chance of pregnancy in IVF by automatically analyzing embryos.

Hebrew University scientists find the most primitive blueprint for embryo cell creation – 14,000 sites that control the development of all embryonic organs.

The human rights group says Israel has maintained “a system of oppression and domination” over Palestinians going back to its establishment in 1948.

The allegation is unjustified and malicious -- deeply harmful to Israel for those who take it at face value; damaging to Amnesty's credibility for those who know better

Amnesty International says Israel has maintained "a system of oppression and domination" over the Palestinians going all the way back to its establishment in 1948, one that meets the international definition of apartheid.

Amnesty International said Tuesday that Israel has maintained a system of oppression and domination over the Palestinians going all the way back to its establishment in 1948, one that meets the international definition of apartheid.

JERUSALEM (AP) — Amnesty International said Tuesday that Israel has maintained “a system of oppression and domination” over the Palestinians going all the way…