Category Archives: Health

Eating Disorders Among Orthodox Jews

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Luke Ford

The New York Times reports: In the large and growing Orthodox Jewish communities around New York and elsewhere, rabbinic leaders are sounding an alarm about an unexpected problem: a wave of anorexia and other eating disorders among teenage girls. While … Continue reading →

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How To Spot Eating Disorders In Your Home

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Luke Ford

I’ve learned to my chagrin that eating disorders are increasingly present in the Orthodox community, though at a much lower rate than in the secular world. I heard one theory I found fascinating — an eating disorder is often a … Continue reading →

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Chandler Convalescent Hospital North Hollywood CA 91607 – Oy Vey! Don’t Let Me Go There!

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Luke Ford

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I Just Bought My Very Own CPAP Machine

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Luke Ford

Here it is! It is for my sleep apnea. My overnight sleep study revealed my apnea is worst when I am about to fall asleep, which is why I keep waking up gasping for breath, adrenalin racing. Once I’m sleeping … Continue reading →

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Yisroel Pensack: Why Are the Religious Zionists of America Promoting Repeal of ‘Obamacare’?

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Yisroel Pensack

I received an email today from Martin Oliner, chairman of the Religious Zionists of America (RZA), and organization whose motto is “The Land of Israel for the People of Israel according to the Torah of Israel.” In the interest of … Continue reading →

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