First aid
Magen David Adom ends year with nearly two million dispatches as Rosh Hashanah approaches
During the Hebrew year 5786, which comes to a close over the weekend, Magen David Adom marked 96 years of activity of engaging in life-saving activities.
The surprising reason why people do not use defibrillators in an emergency
The jellyfish are already here: This is what you must know before entering the sea
No panic: How to properly treat a jellyfish sting
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.
