Israel's security cabinet voted early Tuesday accept — and Hamas initially at least said it would reject — an Egyptian true proposal that was to go into effect at 9 am local time. more

Over the last few days, hundreds of missiles have fallen within Israel. Hamas is a terrorist organization — and they’re living up to that description – Israelis are literally living in terror. The targets aren’t military — they’re civilians. Schools, homes, day care centers, gas stations. more

UJA-Federation of New York and the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) will join New York elected officials, Jewish organizations and ethnic, faith and communal leaders from New … more

Although I have so much to be grateful for, I feel a familiar itch coming on. With apologies to my readers, this week I’m going to vent. I’ve earned it. more

According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), skin cancer is the most common of all cancer types. More than 76,000 cases of melanoma, which the ACS says is the most serious form of skin cancer, are expected to be diagnosed this year. The Skin Cancer Society says one in five people will develop some form of skin cancer in his or her lifetime. more

Representatives from the Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center presented a $3,000 check to to assist Winthrop University Hospital's Dr. Irving H. Gomolin in his research. more

In recognition of her dedication and service to improving the health of the communities, the UJA-Federation of New York’s division of South Shore Healthcare Professionals honored Linda Efferen, MD, chief medical officer at South Nassau Communities Hospital, at its annual dinner reception held at Temple Beth El of Cedarhurst. more

Doctors worldwide hold in high regard the writings and manner of care of medieval philosopher-physician Moses Maimonides (“Rambam”), whose teachings have left a significant mark on modern medical practice. more

More than 700 people attended a community health fair held recently at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway. more

When an “adult screams [in pain] the doctor finds another way to do things, with a kid they hold the kid tighter,” he said. more