Emergency

The diverse identity of United Hatzalah breaks all stereotypes

When a call comes in the question is not who the patient is, or who the responder is. The question is who can get there fastest.

United Hatzalah Volunteers on a bike
Fire rages at an apartment block in Antwerp on July 1, 2026.

Several people killed in fire at Antwerp apartment block, say Belgian police

Israeli security and rescue forces take part in an earthquake drill at Ziv Medical Center, Safed, northern Israel, December 23, 2025; illustrative.

In aftermath of Venezuela earthquake, Health Ministry conducts drill to boost preparedness

Volunteers pack kits to distribute to young families in Jerusalem, during war between Iran and Israel, June 15, 2025.

Israel failed to coordinate NIS 14.8 billion in October 7 volunteer aid, probe finds


Four killed, up to 15 missing in apartment fire in Spain

Residents could be seen calling for help from balconies. Valencia's mayor, Maria Jose Catala, told reporters on Friday that four people had been confirmed dead, and from nine to 15 were missing.

 Firefighters work at the scene of a fire at an apartment building in Valencia, Spain February 22, 2024.

New guidelines: When should a vacuum extraction birth be performed?

Vacuum extraction birth carries risks for mother and fetus. Now, new instructions stipulate how such emergency births should be managed.

 Delivery room, illustration

Israel is world-class example for crisis management - opinion

Robust global innovation ecosystems around key challenges will improve our lives and future. 

 People queue as Israelis are evacuated from the southern town of Sderot, near Israel's border with Gaza, October 15, 2023

Israeli tech company offers emergency response system after October 7

The On Call system offers a higher level of security during emergencies, as victims can reach emergency services via phone or computer at the click of a button.

 DAMAGE IS pictured last month in Kibbutz Kfar Aza following the October 7 attack by Hamas terrorists.

Communications Ministry funds network reception for bomb shelters

The transmitters provide radio reception coverage from Metulla to Beersheba, extending into protected areas and shelters.

 Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi attends digital journalism Conference at the Reichman University in Herzliya, January 9, 2023.

Man suffers months of headaches. Doctors discover the cause: Chopsticks

A CT scan unveiled two foreign objects from the man's nose in his brain. These objects turned out to be broken chopsticks.

 Headache

How to stay organized in times of turmoil - explainer

Below are some practical steps to help you keep your affairs in order, including your bank information and vital documents; and daily routines to stick to during challenging times.

 BEFORE & after – keeping an organized pantry with everything visible will cut down on the purchase of duplicates.

Israel's welfare minister discusses care for released hostages

Welfare Minister Yaakov Margi on Preparing for Non-Studied Events, Changing Stance on Privatization, and Coalition Funds.

 Israeli hostages, who had spent 50 days in captivity in Gaza, are seen on a bus returning to Israel after their release on Saturday, November 25, 2023.

IDF changes food allergy policy against expert medical advice

IDF soldiers with food allergies, armed with epinephrine autoinjectors, face sudden downgrade medical profiles despite the recommendations of doctors amid an ongoing war in Gaza.

 Israeli soldiers are enlisting in the IDF.

Emergency services' phone lines restored after cyberattack initially feared

Phone lines for essential services were not operating as of early Tuesday morning, prompting the activation of alternate hotlines.

 Cyberattack on a smartphone. Beware of downloading spyware (Illustrative).