127-year-old 'Light of Life' extinguished: Or-Ahayim Jewish Hospital closes
Founded in 1898 on the shores of the Golden Horn, the Or-Ahayim Jewish Hospital, which means 'Light of Life,' has ceased operations after 127 years due to economic reasons. The closed hospital will be leased out.
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The Or-Ahayim Jewish Hospital, which opened in 1898 on the shores of the Golden Horn and means "Light of Life," has closed after 127 years of operation due to economic reasons.
The healthcare institution, known to the public as the Private Balat Hospital, has stopped providing services due to long-standing financial difficulties.
12Punto contacted hospital officials and confirmed the information regarding the closure.
The historic hospital, which has served both the Jewish community and the local public since the day it was founded, will be leased out following its closure.