A relatively uncommon topic within the realm of kashrus pertains to laxatives. These medications are used in various clinical situations to clear the bowels. The primary indication is to facilitate the evacuation of intestinal contents in...

               Glycerin is a very common ingredient in the modern food and drug industry. The food industry commonly uses it to thicken, stabilize, and soften its products, or to...

Lactose, also referred to as “milk sugar,” is a common ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry. Its widespread use in various medications prompts important halachic considerations. Central among these are questions regarding its status: is lactose...

In hospital environments, it is common for people to stay awake throughout the night. Medical and nursing staff are frequently required to work overnight shifts, ensuring continuous patient care and the ability to meet urgent needs at all hours...

Striking[Editor’s note: Nearly 15,000 nurses across New York City launched a strike on January 12, 2026, making it one of the largest nursing strikes in the city’s history. This industrial action was initiated after hospital management and the...