CHW receives the largest transformative endowment gift in CHW history of $6.5 Million from Marla & Aubrey Dan
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Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW) announced that it has received the largest transformative endowment gift in CHW history from Marla and Aubrey Dan of $6.5 million to be used in Israel. Read more for the full Press Release.
The Stories Behind CHW Hadassim
WEEKLY STORY: The Stories Behind CHW Hadassim
The Israel Broadcasting Authority, “Kan,” did a special news story on CHW Hadassim. Watch a video that highlights the stories of the children living in the dormitories and family units, and the impact that CHW Hadassim has had on their lives.
A four-month old baby girl had her eyesight saved at Hadassah Hospital!
Weekly Story: A four-month old baby girl had her eyesight saved at Hadassah Hospital!
Read about how Hadassah Hospital saved the life of a four month old baby who was suffering from congenital Ptosis, a condition that can cause severe vision, head, and neck problems.
Welcoming the New Year
Weekly Story: Welcoming the New Year
In light of the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, Dr. Osnat Levtzion-Korach, Director-General of Assaf Harofeh Medical Center hosted a special ceremony for all of the hospital staff!
Every Meal Counts
Weekly Story: Every Meal Counts
With 21% of children in Israel living under the poverty line, Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW), together with World WIZO’s presence is critical. Read more to learn about Ayala and her family, just one example of how life-changing our work can be.
A First in Israel: Hadassah Uses Innovative Technology to Treat Cancer in the Spine
Weekly Story: A First in Israel- Hadassah Uses Innovative Technology to Treat Cancer in the Spine
A multidisciplinary team at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem recently employed an innovative technology to treat cancer metastases near the spinal cord–a first for Israel.
Meet Ben Chor-Aharon, CHW Hadassim Dormitory Student and Future Superstar
Weekly Story: Meet Ben Chor-Aharon, CHW Hadassim dormitory student and future superstar
Ben Chor-Aharon, a dormitory student at CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village has made it onto a new Israeli TV series which aims to find Israel’s next big talent! Watch an ad with his audition, where he managed to bring a judge to tears!
Hadassah Hospital to use the world’s most advanced microscope
Weekly Story: Hadassah Hospital to use the world’s most advanced microscope
Recently, Hadassah Hospital, Ein Kerem, acquired the world’s most advanced microscope (the KINEVO 900,) that will change the face of detection, diagnoses, and treatment in patients.
Hadassah Hospital hosts the Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem
Weekly Story: Hadassah Hospital hosts the Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem
Hadassah Hospital recently hosted Mr. Dov Kalmanovitz, Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, on a special visit of its facilities. Mr. Kalmanovitz received a private tour of Hadassah’s world renowned Shock Trauma Unit.
“Iftar” Meal at Hadassah Academic College (HAC)
Weekly Story: “Iftar” Meal at Hadassah Academic College (HAC)
In light of Ramadan, the Arab-Muslim students from HAC’s Department of Communication Disorders hosted a traditional “Iftar-Ramadan” meal for Jewish students and lecturers to learn more about the holiday and its customs. Keep reading to learn about the evening!
