Research, Religion and Health: A Fresh Look at Reviews and Scales

The journal issue opens with a collection of systematic reviews and bibliometric studies that cover a wide range of topics at the intersection of faith and health. These reviews act like shortcut maps, helping scientists, doctors and ethicists quickly spot the most important findings in a crowded field. The next section shifts focus to Israel, where researchers examine how religious beliefs influence medical practice and patient outcomes. It also tackles the worldwide rise of antisemitism, showing that even those who doubt it can’t ignore its growing presence.Finally, the issue highlights new tools for measuring faith and spirituality in healthcare settings. Researchers are refining existing scales or creating fresh ones, aiming to capture how belief shapes healing and well‑being. Across all three parts, the theme is clear: understanding how religion intersects with health can guide better research, policy and patient care.