The halachic Medical Encyclopedia
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Are vaccines an obligation? Does Halachah obligate one to vaccinate his own children?
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Food, medications and Yom Kippur
What is the most halachically appropriate way I can keep to this and still fast? -
Are vaccinations kosher?
A number of vaccines contain non-kosher subtances. Is it prohibited to use these specific non-kosher substances, so long as they are not eaten. -
Is the Torah for Organ Donation?
What are the critical values, principles and considerations in determining Judaism’s position on organ donation? -
Medical preparation for the end of the fast
May I carry the medication to shul in the morning to take after the fast, or is this hachanah mekodesh lechol?