Victor Shem-Tov

Israeli lawyer and 8th Minister of Health

Victor Shem-Tov - Israeli lawyer and 8th Minister of Health
Born

1915
110 years ago

Died

March 7th, 2014
11 years ago — 99 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Israel

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Served as an Israeli lawyer and politician. Held the position of 8th Minister of Health, contributing to healthcare policy and administration. Involved in various legal and political affairs in Israel during the late 20th century.

Held office as Minister of Health

Influenced healthcare policies

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