Israeli Hospitals Operate on Reduced 'Sabbath Mode' for Yom Kippur

Hospitals across Israel have entered "Sabbath mode" as of Tuesday evening, coinciding with the observance of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. This operational shift involves reducing medical staff on duty while maintaining teams on standby. Essential medical services will continue to be provided, with the capacity to increase staffing if necessary, particularly in response to emergencies or exceptional events.

The "Sabbath mode" is a standard procedure for Israeli hospitals during major Jewish holidays and the Sabbath, where only essential services are maintained to respect the religious observance. Critical care units, emergency rooms, and other vital departments remain staffed, but non-urgent procedures and routine care are typically postponed or handled by a minimal skeleton crew.