Could a common virus trigger mental illness? massive study investigates
Knowledge-focused
Ongoing
This study uses health records from about 100,000 people in Israel to see if past viral infections (like Epstein-Barr, COVID-19, or herpes) increase the risk of developing mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. It also looks at whether i…
Sponsor: Shalvata Mental Health Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC