Measles found in Tel Aviv area amid global resurgence The Israeli Health Ministry urged anyone who may have come in contact with the individual to ensure that they are fully vaccinated. JNS Staff April 21, 2025
Hospitals gear up for release of Gaza captives The Health Ministry unveils medical protocol for soon-to-be-released hostages based on lessons learned from the 2023 prisoner exchange. Maytal Yasur Beit-Or Jan. 17, 2025
Asbestos hazard in buildings damaged by Hezbollah rockets The public is urged to report asbestos hazards to the Environmental Protection Agency. JNS Staff Jan. 1, 2025
Jerusalem area teen infected with polio No further details were given on the condition of the Israeli teenager, who had not been vaccinated against the virus. Dec. 25, 2024
71 dead of West Nile virus in Israel Some 916 people have been diagnosed with the virus this year, with most asymptomatic. Sept. 29, 2024
70 dead of West Nile virus in Israel A total of 913 people have been diagnosed with the virus since June, according to the Israeli Health Ministry. Sept. 20, 2024
Gov’t signs permits for new Beersheva hospital The 600-bed facility is due to open by 2028. JNS Staff Sept. 9, 2024
Israel monitoring spread of mpox after WHO declares int’l emergency New, more deadly variants of monkeypox appear to spread more easily through routine contact. Aug. 20, 2024
62 dead of West Nile virus in Israel In the past two months, 858 people have been diagnosed with the virus, according to the Israeli Health Ministry. Aug. 19, 2024
