First aid
The dangerous mistakes people make in first aid during emergencies
Shrapnel and missile injuries need quick, precise action. First aid mistakes can worsen injuries, so knowing the correct steps is crucial.
A life-threatening allergic attack: This is how you identify the signs and inject an Epipen
Most people do it wrong: This is how you really stop severe bleeding
This is what you need to do if there is a suspected fracture
ZAKA faces unthinkable realities after Hamas's massive strikes on Israel
Yossi Landau, head of operations for ZAKA in southern Israel, discusses the emotional toll and unyielding demands on volunteers after the devastating terrorist attacks near the Gaza border.
United Hatzalah needs urgent donations to support Israelis' suffering during war
The organization has already raised a little over half their goal of $10 million USD
Gov't reallocates funds from mental health org. to haredi groups
ERAN’s budget ‘cut significantly’ by Health Ministry even though the number of pleas for emotional first aid is skyrocketing.
100-year-old woman suffers sudden cardiac arrest in Holon, saved by United Hatzalah volunteers
Following rounds of chest compressions, the woman’s pulse returned.
Philippine coast guard rescues 120 people as ferry catches fire
The Philippines, an archipelago of more than 7,600 islands, has a poor record for maritime safety, with vessels often overcrowded and many aging ships in use.
Zionism's glory shows in Basel on 125th anniversary of First Zionist Congress - comment
Masses arrived in Switzerland in order to mark the 125th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress in a three-day event.
MDA awarded for use of GSI technology in their work as first responders
GIS technology is central to Israel's national medical emergency dispatch system, which is operated by MDA.
Ukraine uses website to train fighters remotely
The site provides varied articles and instructional videos on various topics, from basic first aid and steps to take during chemical attacks to operating an FGM-148 javelin rocket.
Mental health: Providing first aid for the psyche
A new course of study in Israel teaches laypeople how to provide mental health assistance until health professionals can intervene.
50% decrease in first aid treatments to bike riders on Yom Kippur
Some 305 people fainted, became dehydrated and felt unwell due to the fast, MDA said.
