Jewish Community of Panama Donates Medical Supplies to Hospitals

(Washington, D.C., April 20, 2020)–B´nai B´rith teamed up with Jewish organizations in Panama to make an urgently needed donation to the Ministry of Health.

The donated materials include 5,000 N95 masks, which are suitable for medical workers; 50,000 special gloves; 30,000 caps for nurses and surgeons; masks for children; masks for adults; 20 wheelchairs; thousands of special kits for sinus analysis; and 1,000 protective suits for medical doctors working in intensive care.

The donation was distributed to four public hospitals by the Ministry of Health.

Alberto Levy, a B´nai B´rith leader in Panama and lay leader in the Jewish community, delivered the donation to the Ministry of Public Health on behalf of all of the community.

B’nai B’rith International has advocated for global Jewry and championed the cause of human rights since 1843. B’nai B’rith is recognized as a vital voice in promoting Jewish unity and continuity, a staunch defender of the State of Israel, a tireless advocate on behalf of senior citizens and a leader in disaster relief. With a presence around the world, we are the Global Voice of the Jewish Community. Visit www.bnaibrith.org

Fuente: https://www.bnaibrith.org/press-releases/jewish-community-of-panama-donates-medical-supplies-to-hospitals