Virus

The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environmental Protection reported mosquitoes carrying the virus in Ramat HaSharon and the regional councils of Emek Hefer, Lev HaSharon, and Eilot, joining a series of hotspots identified in recent weeks across the country. Since the beginning of the season, 20 patients have been diagnosed, one of whom died and another remains hospitalized. The Ministry...

Laboratory tests have confirmed that mosquitoes carrying the West Nile fever virus were captured near the airport and in other central cities. The number of confirmed cases in Israel has risen to 17.

The death toll from Ebola in Congo has risen to 2,325, making the outbreak the deadliest in the country's history; 4,945 cases have been confirmed, with 101 added in the last 24 hours. Background: spread to additional provinces, lack of resources, and fears of regional expansion.

The Ministry of Health announced today, Friday, that a person suspected of having Ebola after returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo has tested negative. The tests were conducted in accordance with professional protocols and international guidelines for high-risk infectious diseases.

The healthcare system continues to closely monitor the Ebola virus outbreak in Africa and is refining guidelines for those returning from risk areas.

Mosquitoes carrying the virus have been detected in several locations across Israel. The Ministry of Health reports 13 cases this season and one death. Authorities are urging the public to eliminate standing water and increase pest control measures.

Shingles is often perceived as a disease of the elderly, but a recent Instagram post by Chen Amsalem has sparked a conversation about its prevalence among younger people. Following her disclosure, many followers shared their own experiences with the condition.

Following reports of six cases last week, Israel has confirmed its first death from West Nile fever this year. Health experts urge continued vigilance throughout the summer months.