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Unvaccinated Infant Hospitalized With Life-Threatening Meningitis in Jerusalem
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An unvaccinated six-month-old infant was hospitalized in Jerusalem with bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B. The baby is now in stable condition in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Shaare Zedek Medical Center after receiving antibiotics. Doctors used the case to warn about the dangers of foregoing routine vaccinations, which are preventable. The hospital stressed the importance of adhering to immunization schedules for children's health.
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- An unvaccinated six-month-old infant was hospitalized with bacterial meningitis in Jerusalem.
- The infant was diagnosed with Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib), a preventable infection.
- The baby is in stable condition in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Shaare Zedek Medical Center.
- Doctors warned of the life-threatening risks and potential long-term effects of meningitis.
- The hospital reiterated the importance of routine vaccination schedules.
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