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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!

How Eva Got Her Voice Back

Weekly Story: How Eva Got Her Voice Back Read Eva's touching recollection of her rehabilitation with Sari Lotem, a speech therapist at Hadassah Hospital and Lecturer at Hadassah Academic College (HAC’s) Department of Communication Disorders. 

A Stroke of Luck at Hadassah Hospital

Weekly Story: A Stroke of Luck at Hadassah Hospital Read the story of seven year old Hula, and how the team at Hadassah Hospital saved her life after suffering from a stroke.

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