Flooded with Thank You Letters
Weekly Story: Flooded with Thank You Letters
The Shamir Medical Centre (Assaf Harofeh) has been flooded with Thank You letters from patients and families affected by COVID-19. Read more for a letter to the hospital staff from Galia, a patient who was recently treated for a severe respiratory condition caused by COVID-19.
Hadassah Experts Advise Vienna Nursing Home on Vaccination Protocols
Weekly Story: Hadassah Experts Advise Vienna Nursing Home on Vaccination Protocols
On January 11, 2021, Hadassah Medical Center, along with Hadassah International, offered a webinar on optimum vaccination protocols for nursing home residents to the director and medical director of Maimonides Zentrum home for the aged, located in Vienna, Austria
Hadassah Medical Centre reported success in the first phase of the Israeli COVID-19 Vaccine trial
Weekly Story: Hadassah Medical Centre reported success in the first phase of the Israeli COVID-19 Vaccine trial
The first clinical phase of testing the Israeli Biological Institute’s corona vaccine was completed at Hadassah Ein Kerem when the final dose was given to the 40th trial participant. Read more to learn about the first phase, and learn about one of the trial participants.
Angels in White
Weekly Story: Angels in White
“Angles in White” were the words Israel’s Minister of Health, Yuli Edelstein, used to describe the dedicated medical team he met at Shamir Medical Centre (Assah Harofeh’s) Coronavirus Unit. As Israel deals with a 2nd wave of COVID-19, officials reached out to the hospital for insights and access to the critical work being done on the frontlines.
Hadassah Hospital Helps Parents and Children Cope With the Fallout From COVID-19
Weekly Story: Hadassah Hospital Helps Parents and Children Cope With the Fallout From COVID-19
Dr. Fortunato Ben-Arroch, senior physician at the Center for Pediatric Traumatic Stress at Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus and staff have been busy working with families to cope with the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus Pandemic & The Debbie Eisenberg and Gary Levene Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Weekly Story: Coronavirus Pandemic & The Debbie Eisenberg and Gary Levene Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Dr. Jessica Ross shares her journey from New York to Tel Aviv, and why she feels lucky and safer in Israel at the frontline of the Coronavirus pandemic.
The Art of Healing
Weekly Story: The Art of Healing
More than ever, people seek information to help them understand best practices on keeping healthy and ensuring the safety of their loved ones. Read more to find out how creating cartoons has helped one doctor create awareness at Hadassah Medical Organization.
Shamir Medical Centre (Assaf Harofeh) – CHW PICU goes viral!
Weekly Story: CHW PICU goes viral!
“Witnessing the care and affection my child was shown by the staff [of the hospital] in this difficult time has added joy and optimism to our otherwise perilous situation.” – Read the full story here to find out how a life saved offered more than a parent could bargain for!
A battle – won!
Weekly Story: A battle – won!
After surviving breast cancer 7 years ago, Brenda recently found out it had returned. Fearing the worst, she entrusted her life into the capable hands of the medical staff at the Shamir Medical Centre (Assaf Harofeh). Read more about how her story has developed!
‘Let’s Talk’ at Hadassah Hospital
Weekly Story: ‘Let’s Talk’ at Hadassah Hospital
As Sarah’s pregnancy developed, so did her fears and anxieties. Just when she thought she might lose control, she joined the ‘Let’s Talk’ support program for expecting mothers at Hadassah Hospital. Read about how the program helped Sarah overcome her fears, and welcome her daughter!
