Israel Ministry of Health
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Israel Ministry of Health, translated into English and compared across sources. 43 recent stories.
FDA Approves Moderna's New mRNA Flu Vaccine Showing Improved Effectiveness
The FDA approved Moderna's new mRNA-based flu vaccine, Meflosiva, showing 26.6% higher efficacy than standard vaccines in adults over 50. The vaccine received full approval for ag…
Moderna Begins First Human Trial for Ebola Vaccine Using mRNA Technology
Moderna has started a Phase 1 human trial in Canada for its mRNA-based vaccine against the Bundibugyo Ebola strain amid a major outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The t…
Israel's Health Ministry Allows Partial Reopening of Medica Rafael Hospital Operating Rooms
Israel's Ministry of Health partially lifts the closure of operating rooms at Medica Rafael Hospital in Tel Aviv after the hospital corrected deficiencies. Four operating rooms ha…
Scientists Warn of Drastic Ecological and Food System Changes by 2100 Due to Climate Warming
A Macquarie University study warns that by 2100, global warming could drastically alter ecosystems and food systems, with more wildfires, reduced livestock farming, and increased…
Israel's Health Ministry Issues 10 Tips to Prevent Dangerous Mosquito Bites After First West Nile Virus Case
Israel's Ministry of Health issued ten practical tips to prevent mosquito bites after the first West Nile virus case in Tel Aviv this summer, emphasizing eliminating standing wate…
Health Ministry blocks AI tools on government hospital computers
Israel’s Health Ministry has fully blocked AI tools on computers in government hospitals, citing cyber threats and risks to sensitive patient data. Staff at hospitals including Sh…
Israel’s Health Ministry restricts two Jerusalem stores amid infant puree contamination probe
Israel’s Health Ministry has temporarily barred two Jerusalem Zol U'VeGadol branches from selling food and cosmetics after the Prinek baby puree probe. Investigators found benzodi…
Pineapple-Enzyme Drug Tested in Global Phase 3 Trial for Chronic Leg Wounds
EscharEx, a pineapple-enzyme experimental drug, is in a phase 3 international trial for venous leg ulcers. The study is approved by Israeli, US, and European regulators and includ…
Venezuela earthquake toll rises to at least 164 as rescue efforts expand
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela overnight Thursday, leaving at least 164 dead and 971 injured, with officials warning the toll will rise. President Delcy Rodriguez dec…
Health Ministry Shuts Down Haifa Butcher Shop Over Serious Violations
Israel’s Health Ministry ordered the immediate closure of the Haifa butcher shop “Shwik Hachi Taim” after inspectors found serious sanitary, structural, and operational violations…
Health Ministry warns against buying Prince tahini products over possible stolen salmonella-tainted stock
Israel’s Health Ministry warned consumers not to buy certain Prince tahini products after suspecting recalled, salmonella-tainted stock was stolen before destruction. The alert co…
Rabid Wolf Found in Kiryat Shmona, Eight People Exposed
Israel’s Health Ministry reported a rabid wolf in Kiryat Shmona, in the Upper Galilee. Eight people exposed to the animal were sent for preventive treatment, and the public was to…
Health Ministry moves up second measles shot as child vaccination delays are blamed on clinic shortages
Israel’s Health Ministry is moving the second MMRV dose to age 18 months starting July 1 for children born from 2025. Officials said vaccination delays are mainly caused by shorta…
Health Ministry readies Ebola isolation tent amid Africa outbreak fears
Israel’s Health Ministry has approved reconstructing an Ebola isolation tent from emergency storage at a cost of up to 513,654 shekels. Officials said the move is a precaution ami…
Health Ministry Warns Swimming in Eight Northern Streams May Be Dangerous
Israel’s Health Ministry and Environmental Protection Ministry warned that eight northern streams and water sites may be unsafe for entry after abnormal bacterial readings. Offici…
Health Ministry Warns Against Buying “Tipa Tohara” Olive Oil After Suspected Food Poisoning Case
Israel’s Health Ministry warned against buying “Tipa Tohara” olive oil after a suspected food poisoning case prompted an inspection. The product was found to be sold online withou…
Health Ministry Orders Immediate Closure of Popular Sushi Restaurant in Hadera
Israel’s Health Ministry ordered the immediate closure of Aza sushi restaurant in Hadera after inspectors found severe sanitation failures, pests, and unsafe food storage. The bus…
Health Ministry Rules Out Ebola in Two Returnees from Congo
Israel’s Health Ministry said Ebola has been ruled out in two returnees from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The announcement followed a suspected second case reported Sunda…
Mental health chief says not everyone needs a psychologist amid rising demand for care
Dr. Gilad Bodenheimer said not everyone needs a psychologist or psychiatrist, stressing family and community support. Speaking at a ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth conference, he warned…
Israel Health Ministry Says Ebola Readiness Is Complete After Two Suspected Cases
Israel’s Health Ministry said two travelers from the Democratic Republic of Congo are isolated in Sheba and Rambam with suspected Ebola, pending test results. Officials say the ri…
Health Ministry: Possible second Ebola case after return from Congo
Israel’s Health Ministry says it suspects another person may have contracted Ebola after returning from Congo. The brief report gave no identity, diagnosis, or further details and…
Health Ministry says Ebola test results expected within 48 hours
Israel’s Health Ministry said a man suspected of Ebola is isolated at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, with final test results expected in about 48 hours. The man recently returned…
Health Ministry says suspected Ebola patient arrived in Israel and is isolated
Israel’s Health Ministry said a traveler suspected of Ebola has been isolated after returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The patient was sent to Rambam Medical Cen…
Suspicion of Tampering Grows as No Production Flaw Is Found in Prinook Baby Food
Israel’s Health Ministry said its investigation into Prinook baby food found no sign of a production defect, raising suspicion of deliberate tampering. Five children were hospital…
Health Ministry Says Five Children Hospitalized After Eating Suspected Poisoned Baby Food
Israel’s Health Ministry said five children were hospitalized after eating suspected contaminated Prineco baby food in Jerusalem, but all have been discharged. Tests found clonaze…
Rabid sheep found in Upper Galilee flock, Health Ministry warns public
Israel’s Health Ministry reported a rabid sheep in a flock in Ghajar, in the Upper Galilee. One exposed person was referred for preventive treatment, and anyone with possible cont…
Jerusalem Mother Recounts Children’s Collapse After Eating Fruit Purée Linked to Sedatives
A Jerusalem mother described how her three children became ill after eating Frinook fruit purée, prompting a police and Health Ministry investigation. Tests found clonazepam and l…
Importer Says Infant Fruit Purees Were Deliberately Tampered With
Randi, the importer of Prinoch baby fruit puree, said an outside party deliberately contaminated the product after tests found medicinal substances in the jars. The Health Ministr…
Sedative Substances Found in Fruit Purée Product as Health Ministry and Police Probe Continues
Sedative substances were found in a fruit purée product tied to a poisoning case. Israel’s Health Ministry and police are investigating the source and extent of the contamination.
Health Ministry reviews infant formula and psychiatric drug claims after hospitalizations
Israel’s Health Ministry is investigating reports tied to infant formula and psychiatric medications after babies were hospitalized. Prinect says its products are tested before ex…
Health Ministry to hand out Ebola guidance to travelers returning from affected countries
Israel's Health Ministry is beginning to hand out Ebola information leaflets at Ben Gurion Airport to travelers returning from affected areas in Congo and Uganda. The ministry say…
Israel Considers Lowering E-Cigarette Tax Despite Soaring Smoking Deaths
Israel’s Finance Committee is considering a tax cut on e-cigarettes and a continued customs exemption for cigarettes bought abroad. The article says this would come as smoking dea…
Israel Drops Ebola Travel Curbs on Kenya After Diplomatic Backlash
Israel first imposed flight restrictions over Ebola concerns on travelers from several African countries, including Kenya. After Kenya protested the move, Israel removed Kenya and…
Health Ministry lifts swimming warning at Tel Aviv's North Cliff Beach
Israel’s Health Ministry lifted the swimming warning at North Cliff Beach in Tel Aviv after water tests showed normal results. It reminded the public that swimming is allowed only…
Tel Aviv Court Convicts Senior Gynecologist of Rape and Sodomy in Nine Cases
The Tel Aviv District Court convicted Prof. Menachem Alkala of rape and sodomy by deceit in nine cases involving patients aged 23 to 66. Judges said he exploited trust and disguis…
Father Slams Delay After Children Hospitalized Over Fruit Puree Incident
Several children were hospitalized after eating fruit puree on Thursday, and Israel’s Health Ministry is investigating. The father of two affected children says the product was no…
Rabid female jackal found at Dogit Beach on the Sea of Galilee
Israel’s Health Ministry and Agriculture Ministry reported a rabid female jackal captured at Dogit Beach on the Sea of Galilee. They urged anyone exposed between May 30 and June 1…
Health and Environment Ministries Warn of Contaminated Streams in Northern Israel
Israel’s Health and Environmental Protection ministries warned hikers against entering several northern streams after June 14, 2026 water tests found abnormal bacterial contaminat…
Health Ministry probes possible poisoning after children hospitalized over baby fruit puree
Israel’s Health Ministry is investigating after two children were hospitalized following consumption of Frinook baby fruit puree bought at Zol UveGadol stores. Four young children…
Health Ministry panel says experimental treatment at Mayanei HaYeshua was illegal and deliberate
Israel’s Health Ministry says a review found that an experimental treatment given at Mayanei HaYeshua Hospital in February 2019 was approved illegally and knowingly. The patient…
Health Ministry Warns of Possible Rabid Animal at Sea of Galilee Beach
Israel’s Health Ministry and the Nature and Parks Authority warned of a suspected rabid wild animal near Duga Beach on the Sea of Galilee. Ten exposed people received preventive t…
Eight premature infants at Rambam found carrying resistant bacteria
Eight premature infants in Rambam Hospital’s NICU were found to be carrying CA-MRSA, but none is ill. The Health Ministry and hospital are testing staff, isolating the babies, and…
Health Ministry Warns Against Swimming at Tel Aviv’s Northern Cliff Beach
Israel’s Health Ministry has warned against swimming at Hatzuk North Beach in Tel Aviv after abnormal seawater test results. The ministry is monitoring the area and says bathing i…