Monthly Archives: August 2016

Reconciliation in Israel Begins with a Simple Hug

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Raphael Poch

During a ceremony saluting emergency medical first responders and Search and Rescue personnel that took place in the Knesset on August 1st, a unique scene developed on stage that could only happen in Israel. The scenario was as follows: MK … Continue reading →

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Recent Atlanta Donation Allows Cardiac Patients in Beit Shemesh to Breathe a Sigh of Relief

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Raphael Poch

Following a successful crowdfunding campaign run by a good friend of United Hatzalah, Atlanta residents and friends from around the area have donated the first advanced defibrillator, which will be used to save many lives in Beit Shemesh and Ramat … Continue reading →

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United Hatzalah of Israel and Hatzolah of Los Angeles Unite for Heroes of Hatzolah Gala Dinner

Posted on August 28, 2016 by Raphael Poch

United Hatzalah of Israel and Hatzolah of Los Angeles are banding together for a gala event held in honor of the volunteer heroes who save lives every day. In what is being titled “The Heroes of Hatzolah Gala,” both organizations … Continue reading →

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Perhaps My Words or My Actions Will Save a Life

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Raphael Poch

“Perhaps my words or my actions will save a life.” This is not a statement that each of us can make on a daily basis, but for some people, people who volunteer as first responders such as Mordechai Mammon, these … Continue reading →

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How Volunteering as an EMT Has Changed Our Lives – The Story of Eliana and Avner Ben David

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Raphael Poch

Becoming a volunteer EMT is certainly not a vocation that is suited for all people. It is a job that is not for the faint of heart nor the squeamish nor for those with a bad bedside manner. It is … Continue reading →

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WATCH: Dovie Maisel Takes You Inside a United Hatzalah Medic Kit

Posted on August 18, 2016 by admin
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Prime Minister, President, Chief Rabbi and Mayor Recognize Lifesaving Activities of United Hatzalah During 10th Anniversary Ceremony

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Raphael Poch

United Hatzalah marked its tenth anniversary on Monday evening at a celebratory event, which also marked 30 years of Hatzalah’s lifesaving activities in Israel. The mega-event took place at Jerusalem’s Pais Arena and brought together 12,000 people, which included 3,000 … Continue reading →

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Lifesaving with a smile – EMT saves boy injured in a car accident by donning medical clown outfit

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Raphael Poch

In the middle of a busy Thursday afternoon on Kushnir Street. in Bnei Brak,a young boy, age five, was hit by a passing car. The child was injured and in need of medical attention, but was also hysterical and he … Continue reading →

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United Hatzalah Celebrates 10th Anniversary, and 30 Years of Hatzalah in Israel With Mega-Event Saluting EMS Volunteers Across the Nation

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Raphael Poch

In one of the largest events that has ever been held by the organization, Israel’s national emergency medical services (EMS) organization, United Hatzalah, is inviting all 3,000 of their volunteers, together with their families, to gather together and enjoy a … Continue reading →

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Jeremy Piven’s NBA all-star entourage gifts him with a United Hatzalah ambucycle for his bar mitzvah

Posted on August 10, 2016 by Raphael Poch

Late Friday afternoon, recently retired NBA all-star Amare Stoudemire and current NBA star Omri Casspi, gifted their friend, Entourage TV actor Jeremy Piven, with a life-saving ambucycle. The ambucycle immediately became part of Israel’s national emergency medical services (EMS) organization, … Continue reading →

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