Vaccinations
Michigan announces measles outbreak after three linked cases reported
The department said the first Michigan measles case was tied to travel to Florida, and the additional linked cases show how quickly the virus can spread among people who are not immune.
Kent meningitis outbreak rises to 20 cases, two young people dead
Health Ministry urges vaccines after unvaccinated 17-year-old dies of measles
Unvaccinated child dies of complications from measles disease, 15th death since outbreak started
Polio virus detected in Jerusalem, central Israel wastewater, Health Ministry confirms
The polio virus was detected in wastewater samples from Bnei Brak, Ramle, Lod, and the Shafdan treatment facility, following earlier findings in the Jerusalem area.
Essential 'Tipat Halav' well-baby stations in danger of collapse across Israel, Taub Center reveals
The clinics are community-based centers that focus on preventative care for infants and young children up to age six.
Health Ministry launches digital vaccination record
After years of delays, Israel’s Health Ministry launched a service for viewing and downloading personal digital vaccination records, which includes all vaccines given.
Health Ministry urges vaccinations as measles outbreak continues to spread
According to the Health Ministry, the lowest vaccination rate is in Safed, where 33% of children aged 1 to 6 have not received the required doses.
At least 62 Israelis infected with measles amid outbreak, Health Ministry says
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease, transmitted through the air via tiny droplets from bodily fluids, such as during sneezing or coughing.
Measles outbreak: 11 children hospitalized, three in serious condition
Senior health officials also warn of a potential mass infection at the upcoming Lag Ba'omer Mount Meron pilgrimage, as vaccination rates in certain haredi communities remain very low.
Israeli teen diagnosed with polio, Health Ministry investigates
“The primary way to protect children from paralysis is through the inactivated polio vaccine,” the Health Ministry stated.
Second polio campaign in Gaza completed, vaccination rate over 90% for children - COGAT
COGAT and aid organizations achieve 90%+ child vaccination rate in Gaza, delivering over 1.1 million polio shots during humanitarian pauses across north, central, and southern regions.
IDF begins second polio vaccine campaign in Gaza Strip
The campaign, in coordination with the UN, will last 12 days in total.
UNRWA chief: Gaza polio vaccination coverage has reached 90%
More than 446,000 Palestinian children in central and south Gaza were vaccinated earlier this month.
