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Illustration of the relationship between air pollution and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Credit: Dr. Rahaitham Amal 

Research at the Hebrew University links common pollutants in the air to autism

"Different types of neurological disorders, including disorders on the autism spectrum, may be related to this environmental factor," explains Prof. Haitham Amal from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, senior author of the study
Gestational diabetes. Illustration: depositphotos.com

Detection of gestational diabetes in the first trimester using intestinal bacteria

A new study by Prof. Omri Koren of Oni Bar-Ilan proved that intestinal bacteria can help diagnose gestational diabetes early in pregnancy. Early diagnosis can reduce unwanted side effects in mother and baby