Question: Hi Rabbi Braun, I would like to try a method called “The Emotion Code” by Bradly (Brad) Nelson to try to figure out what’s bothering me and the…
Question: Hi Rabbi Braun, I would like to try a method called “The Emotion Code” by Bradly (Brad) Nelson to try to figure out what’s bothering me and the…
Question: The following question, in itself, is not a Halachic question per se. However, the issue has very practical ramifications, and thus I am seeking guidance as to the…
Question: I recall reading in Igros Kodesh that the Rebbe instructs not to take a baby under 1 year overseas. Question: Is the issue only to go overseas (plane),…
It is always preferable to visit a doctor of the same gender (if that doctor is equally experienced etc.) A visit to a doctor of the opposite gender is…
Question: Is it permissible to be a kidney donor? If I am a kidney match and asked to donate a kidney, am I obliged to donate? Is it a…
A removed kidney does not make a kohen a baal mum and his avodah is kosher. Additional point: There is a separate discussion in Poskim if one should pursue…
When it comes to counting someone with mental special needs (autism, down syndrome, etc.) for a Minyan, it all depends on the specific individual’s level of understanding and comprehension.…
No. But you should say the following phrase before receiving the vaccine: יהי רצון שיהיה לי לרפואה ראה בארוכה בשאלה 1642: https://asktherav.com/yehi-ratzon-for-an-unwell-individual/ #12735
Question: If someone had an uncontrollable infection, to the point of almost dying and actually saying Vidui twice and now is infection free (although there is no saying it…
Question: My kids have a difficult time falling asleep and take melatonin (in a liquid form) every night for this. May I give it to them on Shabbos? …
Yes, even though he might eventually enter a situation of pikuach nefesh and will have to come in contact with a dead body. If other hatzalah members which are…
Question: I received a message on my WhatsApp from... explaining why the COVID vaccine is not to be used. I am definitely hesitant about taking it. I am curious…
It really depends on so many factors: The level of necessity for the medication; is this medication halachically mandated; what “ directly utilizes aborted children” means; will not taking…
After confirming by a Doctor -you are close to- that it is safe, you may do it if its to prevent aggravation or pain, whether physical or emotional, but…
Question: I was recommended to do martial arts for good fitness and focus, with the bonus of some self defense techniques. Is this allowed? They claim to be Pareve…
Full Question: I generally wear a mask indoors in stores, etc. because of its protective effect (especially for others). I have the following shaila - When it comes to…
Regarding donating blood to a fellow Jew, it is clear that just as we must help a Jew monetarily, and we must even inconvenience ourselves to help, we must…
Many of the Cough Syrups contain glycerin (even those given as kosher L'Pesach). Can this could still be taken to cure a cough? Does it depend on the producer?…
By Horav Y. Braun When treating on Shabbat a patient who is critically ill, or when dealing with an individual whose life is in danger – known in…