An independent, nonpartisan, socioeconomic research institute. The official account (Hebrew) is @TaubCenterIL
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Long before the current war, back in May 2021, a rocket hit a storage unit of the Energy Infrastructure Company, causing a fire that burned several days.
The smoke caused heavy air pollution and residents complained of noxious smells, itchy eyes, and difficulties breathing.
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Now, we are in constant risk of events like this, involving air pollution and the spread of dangerous substances.
In Israel there are about 3.2 million residents who live in areas where there is a real health danger should they be >>
At times of high tension, subjects like the environment and public health can get pushed aside.
Our new research highlight the main issues we need to keep our eyes on, and make sure we don't find ourselves in deeper trouble.
The Israel-Hamas war that started on October 7 carries with it the potential dangers to the country's environment and public health, as well as community resilience, according to a team of experts from @TaubCenter.
✍️@MaayanJaffe reports.
jpost.com/environment-and-cl…
To read the full research>>
taubcenter.org.il/research/e…
*Happening Today!*
A webinar on the environmental consequences of the war, highlighting both immediate and enduring effects.
The event will be broadcast FB LIVE, today at 7:00 pm Israel/12:00 pm EST
The war's direct and indirect impact on environmental resources raises concerns about potential extensive pollution and health hazards.
We discuss the potential risks and opportunities inherent in this conflict, providing insights into the anticipated reconstruction efforts.
More than half of the victims on October 7 were 30 years old or younger, and the data shows that more people under that age died on that day alone than in all of 2023. More about this terrifying age reversal -> taubcenter.org.il/en/age-rev…
(1/2) A new study shows that, apart from the many problems that will accompany the members of bereaved families following the attack on October 7th, the loss of a family member has an additional important detrimental effect on young children – it lowers their educational...
(2/2) achievements. The study found that the likelihood of a child who experienced a death in his nuclear family of qualifying for a bagrut certificate is 26% lower than that of their peers.
Read the full study ->
taubcenter.org.il/en/researc…
How is Israel dealing with its enormous welfare needs during the war? Watch Professor John Gal, the Taub Center's Principal Researcher and Welfare Policy Program Chair, webinar (in English) ->
taubcenter.org.il/en/video/w…
We are pleased to introduce "A Picture of the Nation 2023" a booklet of straightforward data and graphics that will help you comprehend what is truly happening in Israel. Read it here ->
taubcenter.org.il/en/picture…
The world celebrates International Nurses Day today. This is a good opportunity to thank those who are at the forefront of medical care and have been with us since birth but aren't always in the spotlight ->
In our new podcast social activists Yael Sherer
and Prof. Michael Marmot reveal the secret connection between health status, education and sometimes, bad childhood experiences. Listen to Datapoint here or on your podcast app: utm.guru/SecretFactors
"Daycare centers serve as more than just a babysitter ... Are these places the most supportive and encouraging environments? Is the staff properly trained, and familiar with early childhood development?... Subsidizing daycare is not sufficient without addressing these issues". ->
Researcher Sarit Silverman raises some critical questions about the new plan to subsidize daycares for children aged 0–3 in a post on @TimesofIsrael ->
blogs.timesofisrael.com/earl…
