Magen David Adom

Magen David Adom: Kathmandu 'In Chaos'

MDA paramedic reveals how the situation in Nepal has deteriorated since Sunday, adds that no Israelis are seriously injured.

Son of Prominent Rabbi Victim in Possible 'Car Terror' Incident

The Israeli killed when he and a companion were hit by an Arab driver is Shalom Yohai Sherki, the son of the well-known Rabbi Uri Sherki.

15 Injured at Bnei Brak Funeral

Despite police presence to maintain calm, at least one person was moderately injured after falling from a cemetery wall.

United Hatzalah: Bigger Funerals Have Been Held Without Incident

United Hatzalah notes vital role of ambucycles in funeral trampling, says incident should not have happened in the 'safe environment.'

Rabbi Wosner Laid to Rest; One Killed in Trampling Incident

Huge funeral in Bnei Brak overnight for leading haredi Rabbi; crowds, congestion kills one and injures 11 others.

Girl and 50-Year-Old Critically Wounded by Ship Capsizing

5-year-old and 50-year-old woman in critical condition along with 9 others lightly wounded by ship accident off Yafo Port.

Tel Aviv Marathon Halted After 75 People Injured

After two runners collapse from heat stroke, Tel Aviv halts marathon; 75 injured total.

Woman Gives Birth in Snowstorm on Jerusalem Street

Closed streets and speedy birth force an MDA crew to deliver a baby in an ambulance during the storm.

130 People Treated for Breathing Problems from Storm

MDA on high alert and full readiness as haze and heavy winds cause breathing problems; snow and possible flooding anticipated.

Two Killed in Plane Crash Near Rishon Lezion

Two people were killed after their plane crashed and caught on fire near the Superland amusement park in Rishon Lezion.

137 Injured in New Year's Celebrations Across Israel

Magen David Adom paramedics on standby for New Year's Eve provided treatment to 500 sick and/or wounded people across Israel.

Medics: Beware 'Killer' Jelly Donuts

In two separate incidents, Israelis who indulged in one of Hanukkah's tastiest treats – the jelly donut – got more than they bargained for.

Mystery in Ashdod

Four Men Found Unconscious in Ashdod; Drugs Suspected

Men found in critical condition with no signs of external injuries behind warehouse; police open investigation.

Israeli National League Cricket Umpire Dies During Game

Hillel Oscar, 55, declared dead after being knocked unconscious from foul ball; police launch investigation.

MDA Scaling Back Services

Despite terror wave, emergency services in Judea and Samaria are being cut because of budgetary difficulties.

Watch: One Dead in Ashdod Car Bombing

Police suspect crime-world hit, as man killed and another seriously wounded in explosion that rocked the coastal town of Ashdod.

Emergency Call of Jerusalem Attack Released

'Urgent, urgent!' a witness to the attack can be heard saying in call to MDA for medical aid after terror attack in capital.

Tragedy: 12 Year Old Boy Collapses at School; Dies Shortly After

Paramedics found 12-year-old boy in critical condition. Gave him CPR en route to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Mobster's Car Explodes Killing 1 in Netanya

A known criminal's car was blown up on Geva Street in Netanya. Emergency medics arrived on the scene and determined the death of the driver.

Police, MDA on High Alert over Yom Kippur and Eid al-Adha

Medic, police patrols to increase throughout Israel ahead of joint Jewish and Muslim holidays.

Man in South Killed by a Swarm of Bees

Medics unable to revive 35-year-old from intense allergic reactions after being stung all over his body.

'Silent Intifada' Continues as Jerusalem Man Wounded by Rocks

44-year-old moderately wounded by large rocks hurled at his car by Arabs, leaving him with wounds to the face, eye, jaw and teeth.

Infant Dies After Being Left in Hot Car

Second such incident in two days kills; Magen David Adom warns parents to never leave their children unattended.

50 Days of Operation Protective Edge: 842 Israeli Casualties

Magen David Adom paramedics praised for professional, life-saving work under difficult conditions.

American MDA has Raised $8 Million for Israel Emergency Aid

American Magen David Adom meets the challenge of rescue services in wartime.

Elderly Man Seriously Injured in Mortar Attack on Eshkol

77-year-old taken to Soroka Medical Center in serious condition; 631 civilians injured from rocket fire so far.

MDA, Rescue Workers Treat Over 600 at Meron

For Magen David Adom and other rescue workers, Lag Ba'omer is one of the busiest days of the year, and this year was no different

Over 300 People Treated for Medical Injuries in Meron

Medical teams still stationed in Meron to treat additional injuries after hundreds treated at crowded bonfire site.

Paraglider Crashes East of Jerusalem

45-year-old parachutist gets tangled in building wires in industrial area near Ma'ale Adumim; medics treating him for light wounds.

Miracle in Jerusalem: Infant Survives 3-Story Fall

A window screen and tree combine to save 3-year-old from potentially fatal fall, in what medics call 'an open miracle.'

Woman Dies in Apartment Fire

Sixty year-old woman dies in Kiryat Arba; second death from an apartment fire in 24 hours.

'The First Time I Put On Tefillin Since The War'

MDA holds moving bar mitzvah ceremony at Western Wall for 87 Holocaust survivors who were robbed of the experience by the Nazis.

Baby Killed in Jerusalem Fire

One-year old dies in apartment fire in Geulah neighborhood, death pronounced after rushed to hospital.

Price of an Ambulance Ride Rises - and the Public Pays

5.7% increase in ambulance prices due to Magen David Adom's debts, hospital crisis.

Grenade Injures 5 in Petah Tikva

Attack took place in the Petah Tikva open air market on Tuesday afternoon, hitting a currency exchange on Guttman street.

Nation-wide Defense Drills Held In Israeli Schools

Education Ministry holds range of drills to prepare for emergency situation, with cooperation of IDF, police and MDA.

National Defense Exercise in Schools Across Israel Monday

Siren to sound at 10:05 am to begin the national defense drill; exercises, simulations to be held.

Car Bomb Kills Two in Petach Tikvah

Explosive device rips apart car early Monday morning, kills two and injures four. Police suspect criminal 'work accident' or assassination.

Tragedy in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Toddlers Killed by Suspected 'Chemical Weapons Agent'

Infants aged four and two killed in family poisoning; pest exterminator arrested.

Family Poisoned in Jerusalem, Baby Girl Dies

Couple and 4 children evacuated to hospital after being poisoned, pesticide sprayed 2 days earlier suspected as cause.

Medics: Blast Scene was 'Eerily Silent, Like an Earthquake'

Magen David Adom paramedics relate first-hand rescue experiences from the gas balloon explosion in Jerusalem Sunday night.

Magen David Adom and Hatzalah to Make Peace, Cooperate

Ministry of Health decides to unite competing medic services, to reduce strife between the two groups.

One Killed, 9 Injured in Golan Heights Car Accident

Traffic accident at Shirion intersection in Golan Heights; circumstances of incident still unclear.

MDA Treats 10,000 in 3 Days

MDA reports on snowstorm efforts, injuries, and reminds public to stay safe.

Snow Takes a Short Break, But Will Return in Full Force

After being closed due to snowfall, the main roads to Jerusalem were reopened Thursday afternoon - perhaps temporarily, though.

Lapid Slammed for Hypocrisy over Blood-Donation Racism Row

Critics deride Yesh Atid head's 'outrage' over blood donor criteria - which were approved by one of his party’s ministers.

Rabbi Slams 'Racism' Blood Controversy: What About the British?

Rabbi Chaim Navon attacks 'pathetic' allegations of 'racism' over blood donor policy: ‘MDA doesn’t take blood from British, either’.

Lapid: Mess With the Ethiopian MKs and You Mess With All of Us

Yesh Atid head criticizes and threatens Magen David Adom for refusing to let an Ethiopian MK from his party donate blood.

Crash in Negev Kills Child, Leaves 4 Injured

11 year old boy killed, four teens injured in crash in southern town of Hura. MDA medics recount the scene.

MDA Commits to Continue Serving the Citizens of Israel

American Friends of Magen David Adom CEO speaks with Arutz Sheva TV about the first aid organization which was established before the state.

MDA Cancels Service in Judea, Samaria

MDA blames funding cut for decision to shut down 13 emergency response posts, but residents say Red Cross is behind the move.

Star of David Not Allowed on Temple Mount

Cops forced a Magen David Adom volunteer to remove his jacket with the organization’s emblem before entering the Temple Mount.

Fatal Accident: Truck had Parked at the Roadside

Traffic jams prevented emergency crews from reaching the scene of Highway 6 accident on time.

MDA Sticker Campaign on Forgotten Baby Syndrome

MDA staff and workers are handing out stickers countrywide, reminding drivers to check for forgotten kids in cars.

Update

Third Time in Two Weeks: Baby Left in Car Dies

A baby has died after being forgotten in a car for five hours – the second incident in as many days

MDA Gets Hundreds of Jellyfish Complaints

Just in time for summer vacation, the first schools of jellyfish have been observed off Israel's coast.

New Yorkers Raise Funds for Israel

The Mashadi Synagogue in Great Neck, New York holds a special market aimed at fundraising for Israeli organizations.

MDA Preparing Ahead for Lag Ba”Omer at Meron

Magen David Adom is already making preparations for the massive influx of Jews expected for Lag Ba'Omer at Meron.

Hospitals, MDA Overloaded

Flu and other winter ailments causing overload. MDA places more ambulances on call.

Quick Thinking Paramedics Deliver Baby on Side of the Road

Snow forced paramedics from the MDA Kiryat Arba branch to act heroically and swiftly during the roadside delivery of a healthy newborn.