Tag Archives: Corona

Covid Scare Causes Volunteer EMT To Postpone His Wedding Anniversary

Posted on August 31, 2020 by Raphael Poch

By Deena Hornstein  Mohammed Gnaiem works as a nurse in Loewenstein Hospital, a rehabilitation center in Ra’anana, and is a very active United Hatzalah volunteer EMT. This past Saturday was Mohammed’s wedding anniversary and he was planning to go out … Continue reading →

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Keep Fit And Save Lives – The Race To Save Lives 5K

Posted on July 8, 2020 by Raphael Poch

From July 12th until August 16th, United Hatzalah of Israel is inviting people from all across the globe to participate in an international race that is taking place in local parks, streets, and even in the comfort of one’s own … Continue reading →

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In Israel, Emergency First Responders Are A Family

Posted on May 6, 2020 by Raphael Poch

This past week marked both Memorial Day and Independence Day in Israel. Due to the Covid-19 Coronavirus threat, the Israeli government placed a lockdown on the country, and people were not allowed to congregate or visit the graves of their … Continue reading →

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United Hatzalah Steps In To Help Bereaved Families On Yom Hazikaron

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Raphael Poch

As the Coronavirus crisis continues to unfold, the Israeli government has issued a lockdown for Yom Hazikoron to prevent mass gatherings and further outbreaks of the virus.  United Hatzlah of Israel will, therefore, be sending its volunteers to the gravesides … Continue reading →

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Muslim Helps Charedi Woman Suffering From Corona Light Candles On Erev Chag

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Raphael Poch

A 90-year-old Charedi woman from Bnei Brak was diagnosed with Covid-19 Coronavirus just before the last day of Pesach. On Tuesday afternoon she was brought to the hotel in Tel Aviv set aside for those diagnosed with Corona and remained … Continue reading →

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President and Founder of United Hatzalah Eli Beer Awake and Off Ventilator

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Raphael Poch

It is with great joy that we can announce that Eli is awake, off the ventilator, and breathing on his own. Thank you to all those who prayed and did acts of kindness in his merit. He has a long … Continue reading →

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United Hatzalah Takes Over Care In Bnei Brak Old Age Home After Staff Contracts Coronavirus

Posted on April 6, 2020 by Raphael Poch

After numerous members of the medical staff at an old age home in Bnei Brak contracted Coronavirus United Hatzalah medical teams were asked to provide care for approximately 50 residents who live in the home. Volunteers from the Bnei Brak … Continue reading →

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Responding in The Fastest Way Possible In The Corona Era

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Raphael Poch

A woman was driving along Highway 65 near Afula when she lost control of her car, spinning wildly and flipping over. United Hatzalah volunteer EMT Yitzchak Shayov was nearby and the United Hatzalah dispatching system identified him as one of … Continue reading →

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Teams of Furloughed Volunteers Throughout The Country Deliver Food To Elderly And People in Isolation

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Raphael Poch

United Hatzalah volunteers across Israel have initiated a campaign working together with social services of local and regional councils to deliver food packages to those in need of financial assistance, people stuck in isolation and the elderly. Volunteers have already … Continue reading →

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An Update On Eli Beer’s Health Status From Mark and Erica Gerson

Posted on March 22, 2020 by Raphael Poch

Following the publication of last week’s powerful video by Eli Beer here is an update from United Hatzalah’s Chairman of the Board Mark and Erica Gerson: Dear Friend of United Hatzalah, In the Book of Genesis, Jacob is on a … Continue reading →

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