Emergency
Twelve-year-old Israeli killed after boat capsizes on Jordan River
The Israel Fire and Rescue Authority and Israel Police officers searched for the boy, but he was lifeless by the time he was located.
Years of disaster drills kept Israeli hospitals running - until Oct. 7 exposed the gaps
Three teenage boys rescued by United Hatzalah in Sea of Galilee after drifting to deep waters
Massive fire breaks out in southern Israel, Turkey threatens election integrity
Born under fire: MDA delivers baby in Jerusalem minutes before rushing to shelter
MDA said the baby was born healthy at home, turning what began as an emergency into a brief moment of relief for the family.
The Ministry of Health warns: These are the poisonings expected among children ahead of Passover
A surge in calls to the National Poison Information Center in the weeks before Passover, with an increase of about 40% in overall calls. About 40% concern young children, mainly under the age of 6.
Amid war with Iran hospitals in central Israel operate under emergency conditions and severe strain
Kaplan Medical Center, one of Israel’s major medical centers, is operating in emergency mode following the security escalation, handling an exceptional burden and evacuating departments.
Lion Shield: Clalit opens a new protected hospital for hundreds of patients
The protected hospital in Rishon Lezion, set up in days, opens today with 250 staff. Clalit CEO Eytan Wirtheim: "Protecting hospitalized patients is our top priority."
More injuries on the way to the protected space: How to reduce the risk of injuries
The Ministry of Health reports that hundreds of people have been injured since the beginning of Operation Roaring Lion while trying to reach protected spaces.
For the victims of the war: The Jewish Agency launches an emergency assistance fund
The Jewish Agency launches the Lions Roar Fund with support from the Jewish Federations of North America, Keren Hayesod and Haruach Hayisraelit to aid victims of Iran missile attacks.
How to protect your body when sleeping in a shelter or parking garage
Your sleep matters now more than ever – and it always did. Nap when you can, be gentle with yourself, and remember: A full night’s sleep is true resilience.
Laniado Hospital begins building a large, innovative emergency hospital at a cost of NIS 200M
The flagship project is a 4,000 m² fortified emergency hospital, to be completed by 2029. It is phase A of a 16,000 m² tower and there is USD 23M still to be raised.
Light, moderate, severe and critical – how are injury severity levels graded and what do they mean?
The reports in the news about the numbers of people injured by missiles are very alarming. We will try to make some order for you.
Israel's health services prepare for war amid Iran tensions
Health funds have developed a comprehensive plan to adapt medical services during emergencies, focusing on clinics with proper shelter or proximity to protected areas.
