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United Hatzalah

United Hatzalah of Israel is the largest independent, nonprofit, fully volunteer emergency medical service organization that provides the fastest emergency medical first response throughout Israel. Its free services are available to all people, regardless of race, religion or national origin. United Hatzalah has more than 5,000 volunteers across the country, available around the clock—24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. With the help of GPS technology and iconic ambucycles, its network of volunteers has an average response time of less than three minutes. Its mission is to arrive at the scene of medical emergencies as soon as possible and provide the patient with professional and appropriate medical aid until an ambulance arrives, resulting in more lives saved.
The Israeli president speaks with psychotrauma specialists who provide support beyond physical injuries.
Enemies may try to subdue us through fear of missile and terror attacks, but they’ve miscalculated our resilience.
Another highlight of the evening was a panel discussion between Yossi Cohen and Mike Pompeo titled, “How Spycraft Changed the Middle East.”
“It is inspiring to see how so many people from all walks of life come together to selflessly save lives,” said Eli Beer, founder and president.
Dr. Tamar Schlezinger is being honored for her work on Oct. 7 when she stayed on the phone with two children for 12 hours after their parents’ murder.
This year’s marathon theme paid tribute to security forces and rescue teams, including those who saved lives on Oct. 7.
The vehicle, gifted by former U.S. official Jason Greenblatt and family, will be operated by a volunteer Arab first-responder—specifically, a woman.
“The volunteers that serve do remarkable work, and it’s the power of this great nation of Israel,” said the former U.S. secretary of state.
Noa Kirel, Matisyahu, Idan Raichal, Dr. Miriam Adelson, Ambassador David Friedman, were just some of the names in attendance.