Tene Briut
A nonprofit promoting health in the Ethiopian-Israeli community — Amharic-speaking health mediators, diabetes and hypertension prevention.
What is Tene Briut?
Tene Briut ("Tene" means "health" in Amharic) is a veteran nonprofit promoting health among Ethiopian-Israelis. It bridges the Israeli healthcare system and the community with cultural and linguistic adaptation.
What do they do?
- Amharic-speaking health mediators who accompany patients at HMOs and clinics
- Diabetes and hypertension prevention programs — two conditions common in the community
- Workshops on nutrition, physical activity and mental health
- Cultural-competency training for medical staff
Why it matters
Language barriers and mistrust of the medical establishment can harm care. An Amharic-speaking health mediator helps patients understand diagnoses, medication instructions and metrics such as HbA1c in diabetes management.
How to reach them
Contact Tene Briut through their official website to ask about mediation services and programs in your district.
> Disclaimer: This information is general only and is not a substitute for medical advice. For any medical issue, consult a doctor or your HMO.
See also
- HbA1c — a key metric in diabetes management
Related terms
- Long-Term Care Benefit (Gimlat Siud)A National Insurance benefit for elderly people dependent on others for daily activities — provided mainly as in-home care services.
- HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)A blood test reflecting average blood-sugar levels over the past 3 months — the key metric for diabetes management.
- Tene BriutIsrael's only community-health organization focused on Ethiopian-Israelis. Runs health navigators, medical translation, and prevention projects.