Israel on Alert After Ebola Suspect Is Isolated in Haifa

First reported by Maariv · Jun 19, 2026

What happened

A traveler returned from Congo was isolated at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa after showing Ebola-like symptoms. Israel’s Health Ministry says the case is unconfirmed, but it has activated testing, contact tracing, and hospital preparedness measures.

• 01A Congo returnee with fever and headache is isolated at Rambam under strict precautions.
• 02Health Ministry tests are pending and an epidemiological investigation is tracing contacts.
• 03The outbreak is centered in Congo, with concern over spread to cities and beyond.
• 04The current strain is Bundibugyo, with no specific vaccine or drug treatment.
• 05Officials say Israel is prepared, and ordinary public risk remains very low.

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