Victor Shem-Tov
Israeli lawyer and 8th Minister of Health
Born
1915
111 years ago
Died
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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