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Health Ministry Urges Flu Vaccinations as Season Starts Early
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Israel's Health Ministry is urging the public to get flu shots as the season has started earlier than usual, with high detection rates among hospitalized patients. The vaccine, available free for those six months and older, reduces illness severity and the risk of death, though it doesn't prevent infection entirely. The ministry emphasizes its safety and availability through healthcare organizations.
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- Health Ministry urges public to get flu vaccinations due to an early start to the season.
- High rates of flu virus detection are being observed in hospitalized patients.
- The flu vaccine reduces illness severity and the risk of death.
- Vaccination is recommended for individuals six months and older.
- The flu vaccine is available free of charge through healthcare providers.
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