Monthly Archives: May 2014

Heart ops for over 3300 children

Posted on May 11, 2014

The Israeli organization Save A Child’s Heart has treated thousands of children from over 45 developing countries since it was founded in 1995. It also holds free weekly cardiology clinics for children from Gaza and the Palestinian Authority. Please watch … Continue reading →

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How to be a good human being

Posted on May 11, 2014

(Thanks to Nevet – www.broaderview.org) Yemin Orde Youth Village in Israel’s Carmel forest is home to more than 500 at-risk immigrant youth from around the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9C0xORQOSY

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New mums can build startups too

Posted on May 11, 2014

(Thanks to Israel21c) Israel has several networking groups for mothers with babies who want to start their own businesses. Organizations such as “WeDream”, “Yazamiyot” and “Google Moms” are helping women with babies learn the skills necessary to become entrepreneurs. http://israel21c.org/social-action-2/mixing-babies-with-high-tech/

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Israeli sitcom sold again

Posted on May 11, 2014

The US Turner Broadcasting System cable network has purchased the rights to make a version of the Israeli situation comedy “Savri Maranan”. The pilot episode of the renamed “Your Family or Mine” will air at the start of 2015. The … Continue reading →

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Greys Anatomy highlights Israeli technology

Posted on May 11, 2014

(Thanks to Israel21c) Viewers of the popular TV show Greys Anatomy saw actress Sandra Oh (who plays Dr Cristina Yang) encounter Israel’s RealView Imaging. In real life, RealView’s three-dimensional holography helps surgeons plan the steps of delicate, complex procedures. http://israel21c.org/israel-in-the-spotlight/greys-anatomy-spotlights-israeli-med-tech/

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Backstreet Boys in Raanana

Posted on May 11, 2014

The best-selling boy-band in history, the Backstreet Boys, with sales of over 130 million records worldwide, are expected to give a concert at the Raanana amphitheatre, in July. http://www.touristisrael.com/backstreet-boys-raanana-tel-aviv-israel/13330/

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Ester Rada: Israel’s (Ethiopian) rising star

Posted on May 11, 2014

A rare balanced BBC interview with popular singer Ester Rada – born in Israel of Ethiopian parents who (along with 8000 others) were airlifted to Israel from Sudan in 1984. During her IDF service, Ester sang in a military band, … Continue reading →

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The perfect recipe for a great sunshine trip

Posted on May 11, 2014

Unusual for the UK’s Daily Mirror – a very positive article recommending Israel. Its mixture of ancient and modern; Tel Aviv’s trendy bars; 300 sunshine days; fine hotels; plus, “a brilliant country that embraces its past and also looks ahead … Continue reading →

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CML patients can now be treated at home

Posted on May 11, 2014

The US FDA has just approved the home administration of Teva’s Synribo (omacetaxine mepesuccinate). Physicians who treat adults with chronic or accelerated phase Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) can now administer Synribo therapy in the patient’s own home. http://www.globes.co.il/en/article-teva-receives-fda-approval-for-leukemia-treatment-1000936451

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US approval for Israeli loss of vision monitor

Posted on May 11, 2014

(Thanks to Israel21c) The US FDA has just approved ForeseeHome, developed by Israel’s Notal Vision, which allows patients suffering age-related macular degeneration (AMD) to monitor the progression of the condition in their own homes. It is vital to identify immediately … Continue reading →

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