17-Year-Old Magen David Adom Volunteer Saves Cousin's Life With Epipen Injection

Noya Martafel, a 17-year-old volunteer with Magen David Adom (MDA), saved the life of her 8-year-old cousin, Amit, who suddenly suffered a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction at their home. Recognizing the emergency signs of skin reaction combined with breathing difficulties, Noya quickly called MDA's emergency center and administered an Epipen injection to Amit. The recorded call to the MDA dispatch center captures the tense moments, her swift response, and decisive action that prevented a potential tragedy.

Noya credited her calmness and quick thinking to her professional training with MDA, which taught her to identify immediate danger symptoms. She described the moment she injected the Epipen as the point she knew Amit would breathe again, expressing a profound sense of relief and responsibility. Her ability to act effectively was also influenced by her family background in medicine and her dedicated volunteer work with MDA.

This incident highlights the critical role of emergency medical training and preparedness, especially when emergencies occur within close family circles. Noya’s experience and training were crucial in managing the crisis and saving her cousin’s life.