health

Here’s why hospitals ask you your religion — and why Jews shouldn’t be afraid to answer

On a recent trip to the ER in NYC, I was taken aback by the question and didn’t answer. Now I know better.

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My Jewish father volunteered at Ground Zero. Here’s how we’re honoring him now.

Elisha Gechter’s father volunteered at Ground Zero in the aftermath of 9/11 — a selfless act that led to health issues later in life. Here’s how her family honors him today.

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Simone Biles exemplifies this Jewish value

Athletes are starting to set boundaries to preserve their mental and physical health — creating their own version of pikuach nefesh, the Jewish principles of preserving life above all else.