COVID-19 vaccine provides effective protection against Omicron pregnancy risks
Vials representing the mRNA coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine candidate developed by Sinopharm’s China National Biotec Group (CNBG) are seen displayed at its booth at the 2021 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing, China September 3, 2021.
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Hadassah Hospital’s First Babies Of 2023
The celebration of new life is a momentous moment at the dawn of a new year. Hadassah Hospital is delighted to welcome its firstborn of 2023. At the stroke of midnight at Hadassah Mount Scopus, a sweet baby girl was born to Reut and Harel, adding to their ever-growing family of three children – all […]
Giving birth in the Labor and Delivery Department at the Rady Mother and Child Centre at Hadassah Mount Scopus
The proud grandmother, Dina, is a veteran midwife. She has stood by and supported…
Giving Birth in The Labor and Delivery Department at The Rady Mother and Child Center at Hadassah Mount Scopus
Weekly Story: Giving Birth in The Labor and Delivery Department at The Rady Mother and Child Center at Hadassah Mount Scopus
Rivka recently gave birth to her fourth child at Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus. But this time was extra special – Rivka’s own mother, a veteran midwife at the hospital, helped to bring her grandchild into the world!
Remembering the Incredible life of Israeli Icon, Ruth Dayan
Weekly Story: Remembering the Incredible life of Israeli Icon, Ruth Dayan
Israeli feminist, fashion and peace icon, Ruth Dayan, passed away this week. President Reuven Rivlin eulogized her as “a woman who became an Israeli legend in her own lifetime.” She was laid to rest in her beloved agricultural community of Nahalal.
Behind the Scenes of Israel’s COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign
Weekly Story: Behind the Scenes of Israel’s COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign
While the success of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign depends on countless professionals and dedicated frontline staff, Israelis were delighted to hear of one woman who played a pivotal role behind the scenes- Benita Elkon Baitner.
Professor Sigal Sviri, Head of Hadassah Hospital’s COVID-19 Outbreak ICU Makes the Cover of Forbes Magazine’s Best Doctors in Israel 2020!
Weekly Story: Professor Sigal Sviri, Head of Hadassah Hospital’s COVID-19 Outbreak ICU Makes the Cover of Forbes Magazine’s Best Doctors in Israel 2020!
Each year, Forbes Israel compiles its Best Doctors in Israel list, selected based on exceptional medical achievements. This year, it was clear that the honour belongs to doctors at the forefront of the battle against COVID-19.
Record Breaking Love
Weekly Story: Record Breaking Love
It’s been a record-breaking year for births at Hadassah Hospital, with more than 14,000 babies born- including 263 pairs of twins and 7 sets of triplets! Yet, this week, another record was broken when a mother gave birth to her 16thchild. (The previous highest number of births per person was 15.)
A new emergency shelter for women and children has been opened in response to the increase in domestic abuse cases due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Weekly Story: A new emergency shelter for women and children has been opened in response to the increase in domestic abuse cases due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Ora Korazim, Chairperson of WIZO Israel, reflects on the opening of Beit Heuss Emergency Shelter for Women and Children this past week.
Women in Leadership Needed Now More Than Ever
Weekly Story: Women in Leadership Needed Now More Than Ever
CHW draws inspiration from H.E. Deborah Lyons, Ambassador of Canada to Israel, at an intimate gathering of women, representing organizations advancing social issues- including gender equality, accessibility, and social cohesion- in Israel and around the world.
