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Magen David Adom

An emergency team freed the pet whose harness was trapped, then performed CPR on her.
Following the Hamas massacre, two American Jewish physicians volunteered with Magen David Adom and found purpose, solidarity and a renewed connection to the Jewish state.
From an eight-year-old brain hemorrhage survivor to a blood donor celebrating his 100th donation, the anniversary event highlighted the people behind Israel’s national emergency medical service.
Elizabeth Goldhirsh-Yellin, who donated an ambulance to honor the staffers, told JNS that it’s “an enduring tribute that will continue to save lives.”
“To be recognized for something that I’m just doing naturally feels wonderful,” McCain told JNS. “But it also feels confusing, because I just feel like it’s something everyone should be doing.”
The military reports two moderate and six light injuries; driver fled, investigation ongoing.
He and his wife also donate blood at the headquarters of Magen David Adom.
At least 86 hospitalized after Iran launches 25 projectiles • IDF says it has neutralized the launchers used in the attacks.
The dramatic reality following Iranian missile strikes is causing some responders to risk their lives to save others.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called the regime in Tehran “Nazis who launch missiles at hospitals, at the elderly, and at children.”
Ten injured seeking shelter • Two impact sites reported • Fires in Sharon, Central, and Dan regions sparked by falling missile fragments.
Magen David Adom said two of its crew members were among dozens wounded in the strikes.