EMMS Nazareth Hospital, located in the North of Israel, faces continuous sirens and frequent missile threats. Just days ago, a missile fragment struck our ER area, shattering glass but, thankfully, causing no harm.
As the main trauma and acute care provider in the area, having less than one third of our admission beds being protected, we urgently need to increase our protected capacity to handle emergency admissions.
Due to the recent escalation at the northern borders, our hospital has been instructed to reduce admissions and operate only in protected areas, slashing our capacity to only 50 beds, serving immediate population of appr. 350,000 residents. These beds are the only protected admission beds in the Nazareth area.
Despite the great efforts made by staff, this shortage has created significant challenges, especially as we prepare for winter, a season that traditionally brings a surge of admissions among the elderly.
Our Plan: Converting 500 sqm of Secure Storage into a Temporary Ward
By transforming a 500 sqm protected storage space, we can add 40–50 additional vital beds, nearly doubling our current capacity.
The structure is already in place, but we need your help to complete it.
The estimated cost for the necessary completion which includes electricity, air conditioning, fire protection, facilities such as toilets and a kitchen is $1.5 million. (approx. £1.1 million)
Your support will make this critical expansion possible, providing a crucial service for patients in need during these uncertain times.
With your help we can make the necessary upgrades to complete this space within eight weeks.
Please join us in this life-saving mission by contributing to our urgent appeal. Your donation will help us protect our community and ensure we’re ready for whatever lies ahead.
Thank you for your support,
Waseem Dibbini
Acting CEO
