Ministry Of Health

Hadassah Medical Center opened a new facility in Limassol, Cyprus, without notifying Israeli regulators at the Ministries of Health and Finance, raising concerns amid ongoing state financial support.

Dozens of Israeli couples and surrogate mothers face indefinite delays in their surrogacy processes due to the sudden replacement of the Ministry of Health committee members.

Kaplan Medical Center management filed a complaint against cardiology head Prof. Kobi George over unauthorized blood sampling for research, amid an ongoing probe into falsified residency training records.

Several families visiting the Kfar Maccabiah hotel in Ramat Gan suffered severe food poisoning symptoms after dining. Guests accused management of downplaying the incident, while the hotel stated samples were sent for lab testing.

Israel reports 108 rabies cases this year, surpassing last year's record. The Veterinary Medical Association demands urgent Ministry of Health funding for frontline workers' vaccines.

Israel's Ministry of Health has published its first national targets for medical specialists through 2035, seeking to overhaul manpower planning previously controlled by the Israel Medical Association.

Israel's Ministry of Health warns the public against consuming unverified pastel and kibbeh products from unregistered manufacturers.

The Ministry of Health ordered the immediate closure of the Colonia Juno event venue in Caesarea due to severe sanitary violations, including pest infestations and cold chain failures.

MK Limor Son Har-Melech demanded urgent clarifications from Health Minister Haim Katz and officials following reports that the Health Ministry concealed child development reform waiting times.

The Jerusalem District Court upheld a five-year medical license suspension for Dr. Guy Rofe, setting a precedent that medical records cannot be withheld under self-incrimination claims.

Police closed a Beitar Illit daycare after eight toddlers suffered allergic reactions from canned tuna. Three children were hospitalised in mild condition as authorities investigate.

Israel's four HMOs saw their combined deficit drop 44% in 2025 to 194 million NIS, though a Ministry of Health report warns of heavy reliance on billions in government subsidies.

Patients across Israel report flu vaccine shortages at HMO clinics amid rising seasonal flu cases. Health providers attribute the temporary gap to global manufacturing delays and promise renewed supplies.

The Israeli Ministry of Health warns the public against using "Ambulance Chana" after its operating license was revoked for running illegal ambulances without proper certification or equipment.

Health officials and pediatricians have sharply criticized the upcoming Israel Squishy Festival following severe child injuries and burns caused by the popular toys.

Eight months into the Ministry of Health's child development reform, officials have withheld waiting time data as queues for therapies stretch across months, drawing criticism from professionals and patient advocates.

A Ness Ziona resident found an insect baked into a Pizza Hut delivery and filed a health complaint, while the chain disputes the claim, citing high-temperature baking.

Dr. Yitzhak Berlovitz, former head of Wolfson Medical Center and a key architect of Israel's public healthcare reforms, has died at 77.

The Ministry of Health warned the public of a rabid jackal found at Kibbutz Beit Alfa, urging anyone with potential exposure between September 24 and October 7 to seek urgent medical care.

Taamim Kol Hazman Ltd. recalls HAYAT and Hermon 200ml drinking water products following Ministry of Health supervision due to unknown safety and unlawful marketing.

The Israeli Ministry of Health demands warning signs about amoebas at Sea of Galilee beaches following a child's death, facing local opposition over tourism fears.

Professor Rafi Carasso warned that chemical hair-straightening using glyoxylic acid can cause acute kidney failure, citing recent hospitalizations in Israel.

American Quality Products issued a recall for Ben & Jerry's Milk & Honey ice cream after a consumer reported finding a plastic-like foreign object. The recall affects 432g tubs with specific barcodes and expiration dates.

Israel's Ministry of Health and Medici Medical have announced a voluntary recall for a specific batch of Flebogamma 5% DIF due to reports of unusual hypersensitivity side effects.

Two jackals found in moshav Ramot tested positive for rabies, prompting the Ministry of Health to urge anyone exposed since September 17 to seek urgent preventive treatment.

The Ministry of Health closed three beaches on the Sea of Galilee due to abnormal water test results, as legal battles continue over public access and illegal structures.

Over 700 million shekels worth of medications are discarded annually in Israel while patients struggle to afford treatments, highlighting regulatory gaps between HMO collection bins and NGOs.

R.B.A. Import and Export issued a recall for Floraline cooking grain mix in Israel due to ergot alkaloid contamination exceeding regulatory thresholds.

The Ministry of Health ordered the immediate closure of Medica Hospital in Tel Aviv after an inspection revealed nurses performing surgeries instead of doctors.

A 14-year-old girl is in intensive care with severe kidney failure following a hair-straightening treatment in northern Israel, marking over 50 similar documented cases nationwide.

Israel's healthcare system sees rising medical student numbers and new university tracks, but severe shortages, rigorous admissions, and a brain drain of doctors persist.

Israel's Ministry of Health banned swimming at HaShikmim Beach on the Sea of Galilee after detecting abnormal microbiological levels, weeks after a boy was infected with Naegleria fowleri.

The Ministry of Health reported a rabid puppy found near Naveh Tzuf and Nehaliel. Anyone exposed between September 9 and 23 is urged to seek urgent medical evaluation for rabies treatment.

Israel's Ministry of Health has launched a national program with a 25 million shekel investment to expand palliative care across 27 general hospitals, addressing severe shortages and improving quality of life for patients with terminal illnesses.

Israel's Ministry of Health halted a specific hospital-only batch of Similac baby formula as a precaution after an isolated complaint, with no adverse health reports.

The Ministry of Health has banned swimming in several northern streams following high bacterial pollution levels detected in water samples.

The Histadrut, ministries, and Morad workers signed an agreement granting 12,000 NIS bonuses and better terms, successfully cutting medical driving test wait times from 18 to 4 months.

A $2.5 million lawsuit claims over-the-counter minoxidil caused severe physical and psychological damage, including permanent disability, to a young athlete. The legal action targets manufacturers Therima and Perrigo, and the Ministry of Health.

Tevel Spices and Food Ltd. recalled ground black pepper under the Ta'amiti Gal brand due to high aflatoxin levels detected by the Ministry of Health, urging consumers to halt use.

Clalit Health Services is offering up to 125 shekels in subsidies for children's extracurricular activities in Kiryat Ekron, raising regulatory questions.

The Ministry of Health issued an urgent rabies warning for the Western Galilee after discovering a rabid dog near Shefa-Amr, urging anyone exposed since late August to seek immediate medical treatment.

Clalit and the Ministry of Health are locked in a Supreme Court battle over confidential testimonies compiled by an investigative committee examining governance flaws at the healthcare provider.

Israeli northern streams face recurring bacterial contamination and pollution alerts during the summer, highlighting ongoing environmental management challenges and risks for hikers.

A four-year-old child from Holon is hospitalized in stable condition at Wolfson Medical Center with a severe invasive meningococcal infection, highlighting ongoing debates over vaccine funding.

The Ministry of Health ordered Karmiel residents to boil tap water before drinking or cooking following abnormal sampling results. The restriction remains in effect until further notice.

The Israeli Ministry of Health warns against using the unauthorized weight-loss product G-Slim, which contains dangerous levels of the banned substance Sibutramine.

Japan's centenarian population has surpassed 100,000 for the first time, highlighting extreme demographic aging that poses severe challenges to the nation's economy and workforce.

The Ministry of Health urges high-risk populations to get vaccinated early for the winter season, as hospitals and HMOs prepare for a respiratory illness surge.

An Assuta Ramat HaHayil patient facing a potential sperm donor genetic mismatch refuses further testing. The medical center seeks Ministry of Health guidance.

The Israeli Ministry of Health announced that tests for Ebola returned negative for a traveler returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, ending a brief health scare.