Two Students Hospitalized for Alcohol Poisoning During School Trip to Golan Heights
Two 14-year-old students on an annual school trip to the Golan Heights were hospitalized for alcohol poisoning, highlighting ongoing concerns over prohibited drinking during excursions.
A school trip from the Arava region to the Golan Heights nearly ended in tragedy after two 14-year-old students consumed excessive amounts of alcohol during the first night of the excursion. Both teenagers fell ill and were rushed to the hospital for medical treatment.
School officials immediately contacted the parents of the students involved, who arrived to pick them up. The two hospitalized teens have since been discharged following successful treatment. Following the incident, evening activities were suspended, and educational staff held strict discussions with all students regarding the severity of their actions and the associated dangers.
Dr. Said Abu-Zid, head of the pediatrics department at the Northern Medical Center (Poria), noted that the teenagers arrived in mild condition and received supportive care, including IV fluids and overnight observation. He emphasized the severe vulnerability of adolescent bodies to alcohol and urged parents to remain vigilant and maintain open communication with their children regarding these risks.
The incident highlights the persistent challenge of alcohol smuggling during annual school trips, which strictly violates Ministry of Education regulations. Despite pre-trip bag checks, students frequently find covert methods to conceal alcoholic beverages.
