Israel Launches Ebola Awareness Campaign for Travelers Amid Congo Outbreak
In response to new Ebola cases detected in eastern Congo and Uganda, Israel's Ministry of Health will begin a public information campaign starting July 1, targeting travelers arriving in Israel via connecting flights. Although there are no direct flights from the affected countries, the ministry has mapped key transit hubs through which passengers enter Israel. The campaign will include educational videos, written messages, and other materials distributed on select El Al flights to inform travelers about Ebola symptoms, prevention methods, and the importance of seeking medical advice if exposed.
The Ministry of Health confirmed it is proactively providing guidance to passengers coming from regions with Ebola outbreaks, specifically Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is also working to involve additional airlines beyond El Al in disseminating information. El Al acknowledged the campaign but clarified that digital notices will be sent to some passengers rather than announcements on all flights.
The ministry emphasized its ongoing commitment to monitoring the global Ebola situation and using all available resources to raise awareness and prevent disease transmission. This initiative coincides with a surge in passenger traffic at Ben Gurion Airport during July, Israel's busiest travel month.
Summary: Israel's Ministry of Health is launching an Ebola awareness campaign for travelers arriving via transit hubs from Congo and Uganda, using El Al flights and other channels to provide health guidance amid ongoing outbreaks in those countries.
