Israeli Health Ministry Issues Measles Warning After Five Children Hospitalized

Israeli Health Ministry issues measles warning after five children hospitalized

There have been 48 reported cases over the past month, with many more believed to be unreported. Given low vaccination rates in the Haredi community, Thursday's mass celebration of Lag Ba'Omer is a cause for concern

The Ministry of Health of Israel reported on 16 new cases of rubella, which increases the total number of vaccines at 48 at the time of the outbreak of focus on 20 April, most cases were registered among unvaccinated children.

Measles outbreak spreads in Israel: 48 diagnosed, 3 in ICU

Health Ministry reports critical cases among children, notes hospitalization rates indicate widespread unreported infections.

Measles Outbreak In Israel: 13 Children Hospitalized, 3 In Intensive Care

The measles outbreak in Israel continues to spread, with the Health Ministry reporting on Thursday morning that 48 people have been diagnosed across the country, 77% of whom are unvaccinated. There are currently 13 patients hospitalized with measles, including 11 children. Three of the children, all unvaccinated, are in critical condition and being treated in intensive care units. A Health Ministry spokesperson stated that the current data indic…

The Morning News: Pittsboro Budget, Measles Symposium, Manning Drive Closure

Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with today’s news, including no tax hike for Pittsboro’s budget. We hear about an upcoming public symposium on measles being hosted by Orange County; a big contribution to the Jackson Center from the United Church of Chapel Hill, an weekend closure of Manning Drive right at the Emergency Department entrance, and more. In sports, both UNC Women’s Tennis and Women’s Lacrosse earn NCAA final four bids, the Dia…

Israel measles outbreak grows to 48 cases, prompting emergency...

Last Updated on May 16, 2025 by Team THIP Jerusalem, May 16 (IANS) Israel’s Health Ministry has reported 16 new measles cases, bringing the total number of infections to 48 since the outbreak began on April 20, with the majority affecting unvaccinated children. According to the Ministry on Thursday, 40 of those infected are under […] The post Israel measles outbreak grows to 48 cases, prompting emergency vaccination drive appeared first on THIP …