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Veterinarians Warn Rabies Surge Is a National Emergency
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80% centerFirst reported by Now 14 · Jun 15, 2026
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What happened
A rabid jackal was found in Mishor Dishon in the Upper Galilee, as Israel faces a sharp rise in rabies cases and a recent Sea of Galilee biting incident. Veterinary leaders say the state must lead a national, multi-year response instead of leaving the issue to local authorities.
- 01A rabid jackal was found in Mishor Dishon, with no known human exposure.
- 02Ten Sea of Galilee vacationers were bitten by a rabid jackal over the weekend.
- 03Veterinarians call rabies a national challenge, not just a municipal one.
- 04They demand mass vaccination, better tracking, and stronger border-area enforcement.
- 05The group wants dedicated multi-year state funding for rabies prevention.
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