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Cannabis in Israel

Baruch Mackler — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 17:05:24 +0000

Medical cannabis has transformed lives worldwide, offering relief and hope for patients with various health conditions. In Israel, a leader in cannabis research and innovation, accessing medical cannabis requires a thorough yet streamlined process overseen by the Ministry of Health’s Medicinal Cannabis Unit (Yakar).

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Hiring a Foreign Care Worker

baruch Mackler — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:21:13 +0000

Caring for an elderly or frail family member can be challenging and demanding, often requiring round-the-clock supervision. As the care needs become overwhelming for family members, it's important to explore other care options. Hiring a 24-hour foreign care worker to care for your relative in their own home can be a cost-effective alternative to nursing homes.

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Private/Supplemental Health Insurance in Israel

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:35:19 +0000

For one living in Israel and wanting top quality medical care, it is usually unnecessary to travel abroad to receive it, as Israel is a country where advanced medical care is available. In fact, Israel does a lively business catering to the medical needs of wealthy foreigners who choose to come here to receive high quality medical care.

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Traveler’s Health Insurance

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:30:59 +0000

While the health plans cover your health needs while physically in Israel, this coverage does not extend to visits abroad. In light of this, it is important to purchase traveler's insurance for short and long visits outside of Israel, to cover routine and emergency medical care for yourself and your children.

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Transplant and Organ Donation

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:21:02 +0000

Israel’s National Transplant and Organ Donation Center, Adi maintains a computerized database of Israeli citizens who have stated that they are willing to donate their organs to be used in organ transplants, in the case of death.

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Reimbursement for Medical Treatment

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:21:02 +0000

An individual who is entitled to health coverage (see Healthcare Overview) and, prior to registering with a Kupat Cholim, requires medical care, will need to pay for the treatment independently.

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Dental Care

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:20:53 +0000

While dental care in Israel is not included in the basic Israeli health insurance plans (Kupot Cholim), the costs are significantly lower than they are in the U.S. Supplemental insurance plans (available through the Kupot) often cover some free treatments and/or discounts on dental care, including one free checkup with x-rays per year.

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Pregnancy and Birth

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:20:53 +0000

B’Shaah Tovah! Knowing what to do when you’re pregnant (especially for the first time) can be a daunting task. When you compound this with being an Olah in a new country where the language may be a barrier, figuring out how to obtain the necessary care can be especially challenging.

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Healthcare Services

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:20:41 +0000

Listing of Government Offices and Private Medical Organizations

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Children with Food Allergies

Baruch Mackler — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:20:41 +0000

According to Misrad Hachinuch (Ministry of Education),Israel currently has thousands of children with serious food allergies studying in the elementary school system. The most common food allergies among Israeli children are milk, eggs, peanuts, soy, sesame, walnuts and fish.

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